Diabetic-Friendly Veggie Patties
These Low Carb Veggie Patties are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with nutrients. Perfect for a healthy snack, side dish, or light meal—especially great for keeping blood sugar stable.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 cup zucchini (grated & squeezed dry)
- 1/2 cup carrot (grated)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep veggies: Squeeze excess water from zucchini (very important).
- In a bowl, combine zucchini, carrot, green onions, egg, almond flour, and cheese.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until a thick batter forms.
- Shape into small patties.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with garlic yogurt dip or sour cream
- Pair with a fresh salad for a full meal
- Great as a low-carb burger alternative
🩺 Blood Sugar Tips
- High fiber from veggies helps slow glucose absorption
- Almond flour keeps carbs low
- Protein + fat combo supports stable energy
📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving, 4 servings)
- Calories: ~160
- Net Carbs: ~3–4g
- Protein: ~6g
- Fat: ~12g
