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Prep Time15 Mins
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Cook Time25 Mins
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Serving6
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Ready in:1 Hour
Rainbow Veggie Fritters: A Splash of Color in Your Pan
Whether you know them as tócsni, lapcsánka, or simply classic potato pancakes, these Rainbow Veggie Fritters are the ultimate comfort food. But why stick to the basics when you can give them a vibrant makeover? If your veggie drawer is looking a bit sad, it’s time for a “fritter rescue”: we’re boosting the traditional grated potatoes with fresh zucchini, sweet carrots, and zesty red onions.
This colorful twist isn’t just a feast for the eyes—those orange and green flecks make every bite of your Rainbow Veggie Fritters juicier and more nutrient-dense. The secret to that perfect, non-soggy texture? Give your grated zucchini and carrots a quick salt bath, let them sit for a few minutes, then squeeze out every drop of excess moisture. We also grate the red onion directly into the batter so it caramelizes beautifully, filling your kitchen with an incredible aroma.
A touch of garlic, a couple of eggs, and a few spoonfuls of flour are all you need to bind these Rainbow Veggie Fritterstogether. When fried to perfection, you get those irresistible lacy, golden edges with a tender center. Serve them hot with a dollop of cool sour cream—it’s the perfect light dinner or a fresh way to welcome spring!
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Ingredients
Rainbow Veggie Fritters
Nutrition
Per Serving (Serves 4):
- Daily Value*
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Calories 412kcal21%
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Fat 18.5g26%
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Carbs 52g20%
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Sugars 6.2g7%
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Protein 11.5g23%
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Fiber 6.8g27%
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Sodium 2.8 g**47%
- Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Directions
Peel the potatoes, onion, and carrots, and wash the zucchini. Grate everything using a box grater or a food processor. You can grate the garlic too or use a press. Toss the mixture with a pinch of salt and let it sit for 5-10 minutes—this is crucial to draw out the excess water.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the flour and eggs together. Go back to your grated veggies and squeeze them out thoroughly by hand or using a clean kitchen towel. Fold the dry(ish) veggies into the flour and egg mixture until well combined.
Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drop a heaped tablespoon of the mixture into the hot pan and flatten it out to your desired size. Fry until the edges are golden brown and crispy, then flip.
Conclusion
Want to keep it light? Skip the pan-frying and pop them in the air fryer or oven for a healthy, oil-free alternative!
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