Zucchini Tots
Zucchini Tots are a low-carb alternative to classic potato tater tots. They're cheesy, kid-friendly, and a great appetizer for gatherings!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups zucchini grated, about 2 zucchinis
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Ketchup for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the grated zucchini into a kitchen towel and squeeze all of the excess liquid out. Discard the liquid. You should end up with 1 cup of packed zucchini.
- Transfer the dried zucchini to a medium bowl. Add the egg, cheese, panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper, then combine until the mixture sticks together.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and form it into a small oval, like the shape of a tater tot. You should get about 16 zucchini tots.
- Place the zucchini tots on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden.
- Serve warm with ketchup or other dipping sauce.
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Notes
My Top Tip: Squeeze as much water out of the shredded zucchini as possible. It's the key to making crisp, cheesy zucchini tots. There will be a lot more water than you'd expect, so keep squeezing!
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer or toaster oven.
Freezing: You can freeze the zucchini tots before or after cooking them. To freeze them before cooking, lay them flat on a baking sheet in the freezer for at least 4 hours. Once frozen, store them in a freezer-safe airtight bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and cook according to recipe instructions. To freeze the zucchini tots after cooking, store them in a freezer-safe airtight bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and bake at 350ºF until heated through.
Nutrition
Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 1mg
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