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Crispy Zucchini and Sweet Potato Fritters (Baked)

Updated: Feb 24, 2025 | Published: Sep 20, 2024 | by Patricia Granek | Leave a Comment

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Skip the frying and try our baked zucchini and sweet potato fritters! Crispy, tender, and bursting with fresh lime and herbs, our potato fritters are naturally gluten-free and are a great appetizer or perfect side dish.

A close-up stack of baked zucchini and sweet potato fritters, showing their texture and golden-brown edges.

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  • 😍Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • 🧠Why Eat This? Nutrient Highlight
  • 🍠Ingredients & Flavor Notes
  • 🌿Substitutions
  • 👩🏽‍🍳Step-By-Step Instructions
  • 💡Recipe Tips For Crispy Potato Fritters
  • 🥒Tips For Kids: Will My Kid Eat This?
  • ⏲️ Meal Prep This Recipe
  • 🍴Recipe Variations and Leftover Ideas
  • 🥡How To Store This Recipe
  • ❔Recipe FAQ
  • 🥣More Healthy Sides
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Today, I’m sharing our crispy zucchini and sweet potato fritters—an easy side dish that’s baked, not fried, but still delivers that perfect crunch! Bursting with lime and herb flavors, these fritters are a fun way to sneak more veggies into your meals. They’re also great for meal prep, making them a perfect grab-and-go snack or side throughout the week.

I started making these after my mother-in-law introduced us to potato latkes made with shredded potatoes. My kids loved the texture, which inspired us to experiment with potato fritters at home. As we tried to incorporate more vegetables into our meals, I switched things up by adding sweet potatoes and zucchini to the mix. And swapped in corn meal for flour to help get that extra crispy texture.

My family loves these fritters, especially with applesauce or sour cream! Unlike most fritters, we bake ours, making them a healthier and simpler option. Be sure to check out our tips section to get perfectly crispy sweet potato fritters every time! And don’t forget to explore our other favorite zucchini recipes:

  • Baked Zucchini Antipasti
  • Zucchini and Broccoli Soup
  • Easy Baked Rice Tots

😍Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and Easy: With simple steps and minimal prep, this zucchini and sweet potato fritters recipe is perfect for hectic weeknights or when you need a quick snack.
  • Baked, Not Fried: Unlike other fritters that require frying, ours are baked, making them a healthier option that doesn’t skimp on that satisfying crunch. Made with cornmeal, they’re also naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
  • Versatile and Great for Meal Prep: Our fritters are a great way to use sweet potatoes and zucchini and they store well. Keep a batch in the fridge or freezer for a quick snack or easy side dish.
Close-up top view of baked zucchini and sweet potato fritters arranged on a wooden surface, showing their crispy and vibrant texture.

🧠Why Eat This? Nutrient Highlight

Our sweet potatoes and zucchini are not just tasty—they bring some great benefits to your diet! Sweet potatoes are packed with Vitamin A, which helps with vision and overall health (1, 2), while both veggies add a boost of fiber to keep you feeling full and support digestion (3, 4). Baked instead of fried, these crispy bites are a lighter, flavorful way to add more veggies to your meals!

🍠Ingredients & Flavor Notes

Zucchini and sweet potato fritters are a delicious way to sneak in veggies while keeping things simple and tasty. Here are the main ingredients you will need for these crispy potato fritters:

Ingredients for zucchini and sweet potato fritters, including shredded zucchini, shredded sweet potato, cornmeal, tapioca flour, garlic powder, chives, parsley, salt, and eggs displayed on a wooden board.
  • Zucchini: I used grated zucchini for this recipe because it adds moisture and helps hold the fritter mixture together. Make sure to squeeze out the excess water to avoid soggy fritters.
  • Sweet Potato: Grated sweet potato adds natural sweetness and packs in nutrients, making these sweet potato fritters a healthy and hearty option.
  • Cornmeal: This is my go-to for extra crispy fritters! The cornmeal adds a great crunch, making the fritters crisp up nicely without needing ot fry them. It also happens to be naturally gluten-free.
  • Tapioca Flour: I used tapioca flour for its light, airy texture. It helps bind the fritter batter while still keeping it gluten-free. It’s a great way to get that crispiness without using traditional flour.
  • Eggs: I used large eggs, but you can easily swap them with mashed pinto beans, ground chia seeds, or your favorite egg substitute to keep these fritters plant-based.
  • Fresh Chive: Chives add a nice, mild onion flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness of the potatoes and zucchini.
  • Fresh Parsley: Fresh parsley brings a fresh, herbaceous note that brightens up the fritter ingredients.
  • Garlic Powder: Adds a savory depth to the fritters without overpowering the other flavors.
  • Lime Zest: A little lime zest goes a long way! It adds a subtle brightness that lifts the flavors of these delicious potato fritters.
  • Salt and Pepper: Essential for enhancing all the other flavors in the fritter mixture.

Gluten Note: Be mindful of potential cross-contamination when buying ingredients like cornmeal and tapioca flour. Look for certified gluten-free labels to ensure they are safe for those with celiac disease.

Full quantities can be found in the recipe card below.

🌿Substitutions

Here are some simple substitutions for our zucchini and sweet potato fritters that have worked for us:

  • Tapioca Flour: If you don’t have tapioca flour, arrowroot powder or cornstarch are great alternatives that help bind the fritter batter and keep it light and airy.
  • Chives and Parsley: If fresh herbs aren’t available, dried herbs work too! Use about half the amount since dried herbs are more concentrated. Green onions also work well in this recipe.
  • Cornmeal: If you’re out of cornmeal, we have had great results using chickpea flour, almond flour or a gluten-free all purpose flour.
  • Eggs: For a plant-based option, swap the eggs with a chia egg or flax egg ( 2 tablespoon ground chia mixed with 6 tablespoon warm water, rest 10 minutes).

👩🏽‍🍳Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Veggies

Grate the sweet potato and zucchini using a box grater or food processor. You will get about 3 heaping cups (lightly packed) of each veggie.

A hand grating sweet potato on a mandoline slicer over a textured surface.
Two bowls filled with grated vegetables; one with shredded sweet potato and the other with shredded zucchini.

Step 2: Remove excess liquid

Place the grated zucchini in a large mixing bowl lined with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, cover with another paper towel, and let it sit for 15 minutes. Then, squeeze out as much moisture as possible over the sink. Please don't skip this step; it helps achieve crispy fritters by removing excess moisture.

Step 3: Mix the Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, shredded sweet potato, eggs, cornmeal, tapioca flour, chives, garlic powder, lime zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until the fritter batter holds together when pressed.

Adding cornmeal to a bowl of grated sweet potatoes and zucchini, with eggs and herbs in the background to make sweet potato fritters.
A bowl filled with the fritter mixture, including shredded vegetables, herbs, cornmeal, and flour, ready to be mixed.
The zucchini sweet potato fritter mixture combined and ready to be formed into patties.

Step 4: Form Fritters

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray/ brush lightly with olive oil. Using about ¼ cup of the sweet potato zucchini fritter mixture, form small patties and press them lightly to flatten into potato fritters. Place the sweet potato zucchini fritters in a single layer on the prepared baking tray, brushing the tops lightly with olive oil if you want extra crispy sweet potato fritters.

Formed fritters placed on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ready to be baked.
A hand pressing down on the fritters to flatten them slightly before baking.

Step 5: Bake the Fritters

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the sweet potato zucchini fritters in a single layer on the prepared baking tray, brushing the tops lightly with olive oil if you want extra crispy sweet potato fritters. Bake for 20-25 minutes, then increase the oven temperature to 425°F for the last 5 minutes to get a nice golden brown color.

Baked zucchini and sweet potato fritters on a baking sheet, golden and crisp.
A close-up of a baked fritter being lifted with a wooden spatula from the baking sheet.

Step 6: Serve

Serve your crisp fritters warm with a dairy-free sour cream or applesauce dollop. These easy fritters also pair well with a green salad or can be enjoyed as a quick snack on busy days.

Close-up of a single baked fritter on parchment paper, showing its crispy edges and vibrant colors.

💡Recipe Tips For Crispy Potato Fritters

Here are some of my tips for making sure your potato fritter recipe turns out perfectly crispy and delicious every time!

  • Remove Excess Moisture: Squeeze out as much as much excess water as possible from the shredded zucchini. I like to place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel, then twist and squeeze until no more water drips out.
  • Grating Made Easy: To save some time, use a food processor with the grating attachment.
  • Uniform Fritters: When forming the fritters, try to keep them uniform in size. Then, lightly press them to flatten them, which will help your fritter bake evenly.
  • Perfect Baking: When placing your fritters on the baking sheet, leave enough space between them for air to circulate—this helps them crisp up. If you notice they aren’t getting crispy enough, flip them halfway through baking and brush the tops with more olive oil for extra crunch.

🥒Tips For Kids: Will My Kid Eat This?

As a mom of three boys, I know how challenging it can be to introduce new foods to kids. I like to involve my kids in the kitchen when making our zucchini and sweet potato fritter recipe. My boys are always more willing to try recipes that they helped prepare!

I get the older ones to help grate the veggies (with a bit of help!), and my little one likes to help shape the potato fritters himself! Adding their favorite dipping sauce is also helpful when trying a new recipe or flavor. My boys like dipping these fritters a plain yogurt sauce or applesauce.

⏲️ Meal Prep This Recipe

Meal prepping always helps me when I'm juggling our busy family schedules. For these fritters, you can grate the zucchini and sweet potato in advance and store them in a freezer-safe bag. Be sure to squeeze out the water before storing to save time later.

You can also freeze both cooked or uncooked fritters! Check the storage section below for how to freeze these—no need to thaw!

Baked zucchini and sweet potato fritters served on a gray plate with a side of applesauce and sour cream, with a fork cutting into one fritter.

🍴Recipe Variations and Leftover Ideas

These zucchini and sweet potato fritters are so versatile and can be customized in many ways:

  1. Spice It Up: For a little kick, add a pinch of smoked paprika, chili powder, or chili flakes to the fritter batter. This is especially tasty if you want a more savory version of these easy sweet potato fritters.
  2. Add Some Cheese: If dairy isn’t an issue, a sprinkle of parmesan cheese (1 tbsp) in the fritter mixture can add a cheesy, savory flavor.
  3. Leftover Remix: These delicious fritters make great leftovers! Dice them up and toss them into salads, serve with a fried egg for breakfast, or use them as a veggie patty in wraps.

🥡How To Store This Recipe

To keep your cooked sweet potato fritters fresh, let them cool completely before storing them. Place them in an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months and reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back that crispiness.

Top view of a stack of zucchini and sweet potato fritters on parchment paper, served with applesauce in the background.

❔Recipe FAQ

Why are my fritters falling apart?

This can happen if your zucchini and sweet potato fritters mixture has too much moisture. Make sure to squeeze out all the liquid from the shredded zucchini before mixing. If the fritter batter still feels too wet, add a little extra tapioca flour to help bind it.

Can I make these in a frying pan instead of baking?

Yes, you can fry our sweet potato fritters in a frying pan with a little olive oil for a crispier finish. Cook over medium heat until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side. It’s a delicious way to enjoy crispy sweet potato fritters when you’re short on time!

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🥣More Healthy Sides

I hope you enjoyed our baked fritters! They make a great side dish or light snack. If you want more healthy, veggie-forward side dishes, check out these; if you have leftover zucchini, be sure to make our 10-minute broccoli zucchini soup!

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👋🏼Até logo, amigos! Keep savoring every bite and don’t forget—life’s better with a little flavor and fun. Até a próxima!

📖 Recipe

A stack of crispy zucchini and sweet potato fritters on a wooden board, highlighting their golden-brown texture.

Crispy Zucchini and Sweet Potato Fritters (Baked)

Patricia Granek
Our zucchini and sweet potato fritters are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with hints of lime and fresh herbs. Unlike others, they’re baked, not fried, but still achieve that perfect crunch thanks to the cornmeal. Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, these fritters are a tasty and wholesome option for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Side Dish, Snack
Servings 10 fritters
Calories 66 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 2 zucchini (about 3 cups) grated
  • 1 sweet potato (about 3 cups) grated
  • ¼ cup cornmeal
  • ¼ cup tapioca flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoon fresh chives thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp lime zest
  • ½ salt
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Instructions
 

  • Prep the Veggies: Grate the sweet potato and zucchini, then place the grated zucchini into a large bowl lined with paper towels (or a clean kitchen towel). Cover with another paper towel and let it sit for 15 minutes. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible to avoid soggy fritters.
  • Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, sweet potato, and the remaining ingredients. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and hold together when pressed.
  • Form the Fritters: Scoop out about ¼ cup of the fritter mixture per fritter and form small patties. Press lightly to flatten.
  • Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray lightly with olive oil. Place the fritters on the baking sheet, brushing with a bit of olive oil for extra crispiness. Bake for 20-25 minutes, then increase the temperature to 425°F for the last 5 minutes for a nice golden brown finish.
  • Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite dip, or as a side dish paired with a salad.

Notes

Storage: Leftover fritters can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. They can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to restore their crispiness.
Cripsy Fritter Tip: Thoroughly squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini to ensure your fritters are crispy, not soggy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 66kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 29mgPotassium: 215mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3392IUVitamin B12: 0.1µgVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mgZinc: 0.5mg
Tried this recipe? I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comments !

📝Information Source

  1. Burri, B. J. (2011). Evaluating sweet potato as an intervention food to prevent vitamin A deficiency. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, 10(2), 118-130.
  2. Neela, S., & Fanta, S. W. (2019). Review on nutritional composition of orange‐fleshed sweet potato and its role in management of vitamin A deficiency. Food science & nutrition, 7(6), 1920-1945.
  3. Liu, M., Li, X., Zhou, S., Wang, T. T., Zhou, S., Yang, K., ... & Wang, J. (2020). Dietary fiber isolated from sweet potato residues promotes a healthy gut microbiome profile. Food & function, 11(1), 689-699.
  4. Ben-Nun, L. (2019). Characteristics of zucchini. Ben-nun, L., Ed.

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