Crispy Cheesy Baked Zucchini Tots
These crispy cheesy baked zucchini tots are a delightful snack or side dish packed with flavor and crunch.
- 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
- 3 medium zucchini (about 4 cups shredded)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shred the zucchini using a box grater, toss with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Squeeze the shredded zucchini thoroughly in a clean kitchen towel to remove as much moisture as possible.
- In a large bowl, combine the dried zucchini, cheeses, breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings.
- Mix until well combined, then scoop small portions and shape them into bite-sized cylinders or tots.
- Place the tots on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
Notes
Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture from the zucchini as possible to avoid sogginess. For extra crunch, sprinkle a little extra panko on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg