Spicy Zucchini Cakettes Vegan Friendly

Elevate your vegan appetizer game with these Spicy Zucchini Cakettes! Bursting with flavor from freshly shredded zucchini, aromatic garlic, and a medley of warm spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and a hint of cayenne, these savory patties are both wholesome and satisfying. Made with chickpea flour for a gluten-free and protein-rich base, these crispy, golden-brown delights are pan-fried to perfection in just minutes. Easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, they’re ideal as a snack, appetizer, or light main course when paired with a zesty vegan dip or crisp side salad. Perfectly vegan, gluten-free, and packed with plant-based goodness, these zucchini cakettes are a must-try addition to your recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Zucchini (shredded)
• 1 cup Chickpea flour
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and grate the zucchini using a box grater. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible. This step is critical to prevent soggy cakettes.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded zucchini, chickpea flour, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.

Step 3

Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until you achieve a thick batter-like consistency. If the mixture feels too wet, add a little more chickpea flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil to coat the bottom.

Step 5

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini mixture into your hands and shape it into a small patty, or use a measuring spoon to drop portions into the pan directly.

Step 6

Place the patties into the hot skillet, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Flatten them slightly with the back of a spatula.

Step 7

Cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.

Step 8

Once cooked, transfer the cakettes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more olive oil to the skillet as necessary.

Step 9

Serve the spicy zucchini cakettes warm with your favorite vegan dip or a side salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(776.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	998.7

Total Fat 51.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1341.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 27.7g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.7mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 3045.5mg	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: 45.2%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 40.2%