Sweet Corn and Zucchini Mini Fritters

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

Light and tender pan-fried fritters bursting with fresh sweet corn kernels and grated zucchini, perfect for a kid-friendly appetizer or side. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs fresh corn kernels, zucchini, grated and drained, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 160 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

• 1 cup fresh corn kernels
• 1 cup zucchini, grated and drained
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 1 cup grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture thoroughly.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup fresh corn kernels, the squeezed zucchini, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 large beaten egg, 2 tbsp finely chopped green onions, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir until batter is just combined.
3. Step 3: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
4. Step 4: Drop 2-tablespoon portions of batter into the skillet, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Step 5: Transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, and serve warm.