Zucchini Tots
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4.9
Zucchini Tots
Description
This recipe for Zucchini Tots starts by grating fresh zucchini and removing excess moisture to prevent sogginess. The zucchini is combined with egg, finely minced onion, sharp cheddar cheese, seasoned breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper to form a firm mixture. Shaping the mixture into small oval shapes creates uniform pieces that bake evenly.
Baking at a high temperature on a greased cookie sheet cooks the tots to a golden brown with gently crisped edges while maintaining a soft interior. Turning the tots halfway through baking ensures even color and texture on all sides.
These zucchini tots work well as a side for meals, a snack, or finger food. They can be made ahead and reheated, and the recipe accommodates substitutions like gluten-free breadcrumbs to suit dietary needs.
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 1 zucchini packed cup, grated
- 1 egg large
- 1/4 onion minced, medium
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese reduced fat, sharp, grated
- 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or gluten-free crumbs)
- 1/4 tsp salt Kosher, to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper Kosher, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Grate the zucchini into a clean dish towel until you have 1 packed cup. Wring all of the excess water out of the zucchini, there will be a lot of water. In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of mixture in your hands and roll into small ovals. Place on the cookie sheet and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, turning halfway though cooking until golden. Makes 16.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 108 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 5tots | |
| Calories | 108kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 11.5g | 4% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 4.3g | 7% |
| Sodium | 262mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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