Zucchini Corn Fritters with Black Bean Salsa

Zucchini Corn Fritters with Black Bean Salsa are a healthy and easy vegetarian option for dinner. They’re dairy-free and can easily be made gluten-free as well!

I hope you guys aren’t tired of zucchini recipes yet because I’ve got one more for you!

Well, actually I take that back. I’ve got six more for you because it’s time for another healthy recipe round-up featuring one specific ingredient! This month it’s the mean, lean, and GREEN zucchini.

Zucchini is a great way to sneak in some healthy vitamins and minerals, such as potassium and vitamin C, for very little calories. It also has a mild flavor that melds nicely with whatever you cook it with, making it ideal for both savory and sweet recipes, as shown by my talented fellow bloggers…

Banana Zucchini Oatmeal Cups from Hummasapien. These adorable oatmeal cups are perfect to take for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack!

Goat Cheese, Tomato and Zucchini Frittata from The Roasted Root. I love a good frittata for an easy dinner and this one looks so summery and delicious!

Healthy 1 Minute Flourless Chocolate Cake from The Big Man’s World. Just one minute is all you need to make this decadent and fudgy chocolate treat!

Shredded Zucchini Breakfast Pizza for One from Immaeathat. Pizza for breakfast?! Sign me up!

Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups from The Lean Green Bean. These little roll-ups are great for a grain-free and low carb lunch or dinner!

I chose to make zucchini corn fritters because well, I love a good fritter! And corn. :)

I tried to make them as easy as possible by using one bowl and a list of fairly simple ingredients. They’re made from shredded zucchini, corn, eggs, breadcrumbs, and a few seasonings.

I used whole wheat panko breadcrumbs because they give the fritters a nice firm texture but you can easily substitute gluten-free panko breadcrumbs to make them gluten-free. I also tried using roughly ground oats and they were still good but I thought they were much better with the panko breadcrumbs so I highly recommend using those if you can find them.

The black bean salsa is also super easy! It’s made by stirring together one can of drained and rinsed black beans and one jar of your favorite salsa in a medium sized pot.

Then while that warms over low heat, you cook the fritters in a large skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until light golden brown.

Depending on how many you can fit in your pan at a time, the whole recipe should come together in about 30 minutes

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