Zucchini Cakes/Fritters

picture: http://allpatchedupquilts.blogspot.com/2012/07/zucchini-cakes.html

Serves 2

Yields 10 cakes

Ingredients:

cooking spray
2 c. peeled and shredded zucchini
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg
1/4 c. reduced-fat Parmesan cheese
1/4 c. yellow cornmeal
1 tsp. vegeta
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 c. fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Toss the zucchini with the salt. Let is sit in a bowl lined with a paper towel to draw the moisture out. Let it sit for about 30 minutes. Squeeze out any moisture in the zucchini.

2. Combine the rest of the ingredients with the zucchini.

3. Heat a large skillet to medium-high. Spray with cooking spray.

4. Drop 2 Tablespoon of zucchini mixture per cake and cook until golden brown on each side. About 8-10 minutes total.

Per serving (5 cakes)

176 calories
29 carbs
5 fat
10 protein
11 sugar
5 fiber