Jammed packed of goodness, these healthy zucchini fritters are the perfect mid-week meal. Served with a delicious couscous salad they can be enjoyed hot or cold, and if you make a large batch they can be stored in the fridge for lunches during the week. When following a healthy eating plan, you need these on the menu.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 zucchini
- 1/3 cup corn kernels (fresh or tinned)
- 2 tbsp plain wholemeal flour
- 1 free range egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tbsp uncooked couscous
- 1 tbsp boiling water
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/3 tomato, diced
- 1/4 lebanese cucumber, diced
- 1 handful baby spinach leaves
- 1 tbsp reduced fat greek natural yoghurt
- 1 lemon wedge
Method:
- Grate the zucchini into the centre of a clean tea towel and twist tea towel over sink to remove excess water. Place zucchini in a bowl in a bowl with corn, flour and egg and mix until well combined.
- Place couscous and boiling water in a small bowl. Cover with cling wrap and set aside to allow the water to absorb. When ready,fluff couscous with a fork.
- Heat oil in a non stick frying pan. Add tablespoons of batter to the hot pan – you should get 2-3 small fritters per serve. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, parsely, cucumber, spinach and cooked couscous.
- Serve the fritters with the salad, a dollop of yoghurt and a wedge of lemon.
This recipe makes 1 serve at 301 calories.
ENJOY x
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