Zucchini Carrot Pancakes Recipe

Brighten your breakfast (or brunch!) with these vibrant Zucchini Carrot Pancakes! Bursting with cheerful orange and green specks, they're a delicious and healthy way to sneak veggies into your kids' diet. Adapted from Mollie Katzen's Sunlight Cafe cookbook, this recipe delivers light, fluffy pancakes that are simply irresistible. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 149.2 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Zucchini Carrot Pancakes

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium)
  • ½ cup grated carrot (about 1 medium)
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried sage
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • cooking spray, for griddle
  • butter, for griddle
  • fresh mint leaves, minced, for serving (optional)
  • sour cream, for serving (optional)
  • plain yogurt, for serving (optional)
  • tomato jam, for serving (optional)
  • mango ketchup, for serving (optional)
  • sautéed mushrooms, for serving (optional)

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How to Make Zucchini Carrot Pancakes

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper until frothy.
  2. Add the grated zucchini, grated carrot, sliced scallions, and chopped herbs. Gently mix to combine.
  3. Gradually add the flour, whisking constantly until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Once hot, spray with cooking spray or melt a small amount of butter on the surface.
  6. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the hot griddle, leaving space between each pancake.
  7. Cook for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp. Flip when bubbles start to form on the surface.
  8. Serve immediately. Top with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and minced fresh mint leaves, if desired.
  9. For an extra special treat, serve with a side of sautéed mushrooms and a small dish of mango ketchup or tomato jam.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

8g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Zucchini Carrot Pancakes?

Zucchini Carrot Pancakes takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Zucchini Carrot Pancakes?

Zucchini Carrot Pancakes has approximately 149.2 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Zucchini Carrot Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Zucchini Carrot Pancakes are Eggs, Salt, Black Pepper, Zucchini, Carrots, Scallion. See the full list with measurements above.

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