Fresh Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Chives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

Crispy, golden fritters made with garden-fresh corn and zucchini, brightened by fresh chives and a light herb crust. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs corn kernels, zucchini, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups corn kernels
• 12 ounces zucchini
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup fresh chives
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Grate 12 ounces zucchini using a box grater and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel. In a bowl, combine 2 cups corn kernels, 12 ounces grated zucchini, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
3. Step 3: Drop batter by 1/4-cup portions into skillet, flattening each with a spatula to 1/2-inch thickness. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy.
4. Step 4: Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.