ZUCCHINI CARROT PANCAKES

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Cheerful specks of orange and green make these light pancakes otherworldly and beautiful! A good way to get the kids to eat veggies! Adapted from Mollie Katzen's Sunlight Cafe cookbook.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 4-5

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 large eggs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups grated zucchini (packed)
2 cups grated carrots (packed)
1/2 cup scallion, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
cooking spray
butter (optional)
fresh mint leaves
sour cream
yogurt
tomato jam
ketchup
mango ketchup

Steps:

  • Combine the eggs, salt and pepper in a medium bowl and beat with a whisk until frothy.
  • Gradually beat in the zucchini, carrot, scallion, and herbs. keep beating as you sprinkle in the flour.
  • Place a griddle or skillet over medium heat. After a few minutes, spray with cooking spray. At this point, you may also melt in a little butter if you wish.
  • When the griddle is hot, use a 1/4 cup measuring cup with a handle to scoop up batter and pour it onto the hot griddle. Cook for 4-6 minutes on each side, or until golden and crisp.
  • Serve hot, plain or topped with a dab of sour cream or yogurt and some minced fresh mint leaves.
  • For a special touch, serve with a side fo mushrooms and pass a small dish of Mango ketchup or Tomato jam. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.2, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 211.5, Sodium 552.6, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 8.9

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