Vegetable Fritters

Name: Vegetable Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 small Zucchini; 1 small Carrot; 1 Egg; 3 tbsp flour All-Purpose Flour; for frying Olive Oil

12+ monthsFinger Food

15 minPrep

10 minCook

8Servings

MediumDifficulty

Crispy on the outside, soft inside — these veggie fritters are excellent for self-feeding toddlers. Packed with hidden vegetables.

Allergens

Eggs
Wheat

Choking Hazard: Hard Foods

Raw carrots, raw apple chunks, whole nuts, and other hard foods must be cooked until soft or finely ground for infants and toddlers.

Source: CDC Choking Prevention Guidelines

Cook Eggs Thoroughly

Eggs must be fully cooked (no runny yolks or whites) when served to infants and young children to prevent Salmonella infection.

Source: FDA Food Safety

Eczema or Food Allergy? Ask Your Doctor First

If your baby has eczema or a known food allergy, check with your doctor before introducing this food.

Source: NIAID Addendum Guidelines 2017 / AAP 2019 / ASCIA

Ingredients

Zucchini1 small
Carrot1 small
Egg1
All-Purpose Flour3 tbsp flour
Olive Oilfor frying

Steps

1Grate 1 small zucchini and 1 small carrot. Squeeze out excess moisture with a clean towel.
2Mix grated veggies with 1 beaten egg, 3 tablespoons flour, and a pinch of mild spice (optional).
3Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
4Drop tablespoon-sized portions into the pan and flatten slightly.
5Cook 2–⁠3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
6Cool on paper towels before serving. Perfect for little hands!