Low Carb Zucchini Pancakes

Freshly grated zucchini is mixed with fresh herbs and spices for a flavorful and simple pancake. Serve with sour cream, salsa, or cream cheese!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 115 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 pinch onion powder
• 1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
• 4 leaves basil, chopped
• 1 pound zucchini, grated
• 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Squeeze grated zucchini in paper towels to release as much water as possible. Spread zucchini on fresh paper towels and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 30 minutes to release additional water; squeeze again.

Step 2

Mix Parmesan cheese, eggs, green onions, garlic, basil, nutmeg, onion powder, and black pepper in a bowl; add zucchini. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Heat butter and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Form golf ball-sized zucchini patties and place in hot frying pan. Fry until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.