Low Sodium Savory Vegetable Pancakes

Elevate your snacking or mealtime routine with these Low Sodium Savory Vegetable Pancakes—an easy, healthy, and flavor-packed recipe bursting with vibrant veggies and warm spices. Made with shredded zucchini, carrot, red bell pepper, and a hint of garlic, these golden-brown delights are held together with whole wheat flour and a touch of cumin for a hearty, wholesome bite. Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, these veggie-packed pancakes skip the salt without skimping on taste, letting the natural flavors shine through. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re pan-fried to crispy perfection with a drizzle of olive oil, making them a versatile option for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. Serve warm, topped with fresh herbs or a dollop of Greek yogurt for an irresistibly satisfying, low-sodium treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 medium Red bell pepper
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 1 Garlic clove
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Grate the zucchini and carrot into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the green onions and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Mince the garlic clove and add to the vegetable mixture.

Step 4

Lightly beat the egg and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, mix the whole wheat flour with the baking powder, black pepper, and cumin.

Step 6

Add the dry ingredients to the vegetable mixture, stirring until well incorporated.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the mixture, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 9

Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the skillet, flattening each to form pancakes.

Step 10

Cook the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Repeat with remaining batter, adding the second tablespoon of olive oil as needed.

Step 12

Serve warm as a delicious low-sodium snack or meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(505.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	687.3

Total Fat 38.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 2250.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 18.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 147.3mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1191.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 41.0%