Zucchini Patty Pancakes

This is my mom's recipe which is a favorite of my dad's and is quickly becoming a favorite at my house. The flavor of onions and zucchini blend nicely together in this recipe that will help use up the bountiful zucchini from your garden.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 392 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 eggs, beaten
• ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded zucchini
• 1 ½ cups finely chopped yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as desired
• 2 cups finely crushed buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Combine zucchini, crackers, onion, eggs, Cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper in a bowl using a spoon or your hands until mixture is evenly combined. Form mixture into small patties.

Step 3

Fry patties in the hot oil until lightly browned and heated through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.