Zucchini and Carrot Fritters with Avocado Dip Recipe
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Chapter 1: A Healthy Meal Prep Idea
Who doesn’t appreciate recipes that can be conveniently stored in the fridge or frozen for future meals? Preparing a sufficient quantity of meals for the week plays a crucial role in weight management, muscle building, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Unfortunately, many pre-packaged options are filled with additives and artificial ingredients that can upset sensitive stomachs.
If I know I’ll be dining out or if my workplace is providing catered meals, I always plan ahead and eat something beforehand. There's nothing worse than a bland, unappetizing meal when you could have enjoyed something made with care by yourself.
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Chapter 2: Recipe Overview
This video showcases a quick and easy zucchini dish that’s perfect for a busy weekend! With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a satisfying meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (85g) quinoa
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
- 5 eggs
- Packet of cherry tomatoes
- 4 sprigs of basil, finely chopped
- 10 blades of chives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 2–4 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 avocados
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions.
- Grate the carrots and zucchini using a large grater and combine them in a bowl. Add the eggs, cooked quinoa, and chopped herbs. Season with salt and pepper, then mix in the flour.
- Heat some olive oil in a pan and spoon one to two tablespoons of the mixture into the pan to form patties, aiming for about 12 in total. Fry for one minute, gently flip, and cook for another minute or two until golden brown.
- For the avocado dip, cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and blend the flesh with lemon juice until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve alongside the fritters.
In this video, you’ll see just how flavorful zucchini can be, even surpassing meat! This quick and easy recipe is a must-try for any vegetable lover.
Nutrition Information (per 3 fritters)
- Calories: 439
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 12g
Feel free to dress it up with steamed greens or a fresh salad for a complete meal!