Cheesy Zucchini Tots
Crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside, these Cheesy Zucchini Tots are a delightful way to sneak some veggies into your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor.
- Drain the grated zucchini using a cheesecloth or kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- Mix the drained zucchini, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Form the mixture into small oval-shaped tots, about 1 inch long.
- Arrange the tots on a lined baking sheet with space between them.
- Drizzle with olive oil or spritz with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
These tots are best served hot and pair well with ranch dressing or spicy salsa. Feel free to customize with herbs or spices to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 tots
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: zucchini tots, cheesy snacks, healthy appetizers, comfort food