Monsoons bring with them a craving for delicious, hot, and comforting snacks. Fritters are a popular choice during this season, but they often tend to be deep-fried and not very healthy. However, fear not! Here are five delectable and nutritious fritter recipes that will satisfy your monsoon cravings guilt-free:

[1] Zucchini and Corn Fritters

Ingredients:

2 cups grated zucchini

1 cup sweet corn kernels

1/4 cup whole wheat flour

1/4 cup chickpea flour (besan)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon cumin powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Olive oil for shallow frying

Instructions:

Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until well combined. Heat a non-stick pan with a small amount of olive oil over medium heat. Spoon the mixture onto the pan, flatten them, and cook until golden brown on both sides. 

[2] Sweet Potato and Spinach Fritters

Ingredients:

2 cups grated sweet potatoes

1 cup chopped spinach

1/4 cup oat flour

1/4 cup grated plant-based cheese

2 green onions, thinly sliced

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Coconut oil for shallow frying

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients. Form small patties and shallow fry in coconut oil until crispy and golden brown on each side. 

[3] Broccoli and Quinoa Fritters

Ingredients:

2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets

1 cup cooked quinoa

1/4 cup almond flour

1/4 cup grated plant-based cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Avocado oil for frying

Instructions:

In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients until well incorporated. Shape the mixture into small fritters and pan-fry in avocado oil until crispy and cooked through. 

[4] Cauliflower and Chickpea Fritters:

Ingredients:

2 cups grated cauliflower

1 cup cooked chickpeas, mashed

1/4 cup brown rice flour

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Olive oil for shallow frying

Instructions:

Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined. Shape the mixture into fritters and cook in a pan with olive oil until golden and crispy on both sides. Serve these fritters with a spicy tahini sauce.

[5] Beetroot and Carrot Fritters

Ingredients:

1 cup grated beetroot

1 cup grated carrot

1/4 cup chickpea flour (besan)

1/4 cup rice flour

2 green chilies, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Salt and pepper to taste

Sesame oil for frying

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Shape the mixture into small fritters and fry in sesame oil until crisp and cooked. Serve with a refreshing mint chutney.

Enjoy these healthy and scrumptious fritters during the monsoons without any guilt. They provide a nutritious twist to the traditional fritter recipes, making them perfect for rainy day snacking or even as a delightful side dish for your meals.