Easy Squash Fritters

A great way to use that summer excess of zucchini or yellow squash. Everyone loves these fritters, even kids. In the summer we have these at least once a week. They go well as a side with almost anything.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 80 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch garlic and herb seasoning, or more to taste
• ⅓ cup oil for frying, or as needed
• 2 cups seeded, grated summer squash
• ½ cup all-purpose baking mix (such as Bisquick®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix grated squash, baking mix, milk, egg, Parmesan cheese, butter, salt, pepper, and garlic-herb seasoning together in a large bowl.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Drop tablespoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil about 1 inch apart. Cook for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes; flip and continue cooking until lightly browned on the second side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining batter, adding oil to the skillet as needed.