Cooking at Home - Zucchini Pancakes

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Zucchini pancakes - USDA

Makes:2 Servings

Try this veggie side dish with different variations by adding combinations of your favorite veggies - grated carrots, spinach, cauliflower, or broccoli all work.  You can serve this dish with applecause or sour cream.

Ingredients

• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 1/2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper (to taste, optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking spray)

Directions

1. Grate zucchini and mix with the other ingredients, except the oil. Blend well.
2. Form the mixture into patties 3-4 inches in diameter.
3. Heat the oil. Cook pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels. 

Source: University of Wyoming, Cent$ible Nutrition Program.

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