Zucchini tots, a fun and nutritious twist on traditional tater tots, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even a main course. Made with shredded zucchini, these crispy tots are packed with flavor and the added benefit of being a healthy alternative to their potato counterparts. Whether you prefer them crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, or golden brown and slightly crunchy, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste. With endless possibilities for customization, from simple to indulgent, the perfect shredded zucchini tot recipe awaits your discovery.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ZUCCHINI TOTS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: medium-sized zucchinis, bread crumbs, shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, garlic powder, pepper, salt
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Categories Sides
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200˚C.)
- Grate the zucchini into a bowl and salt generously.
- Allow zucchini to sit for 20 minutes as the salt draws out moisture.
- Pour zucchini onto a clean dish towel and wring it out over the sink or into a separate bowl.
- Pour the zucchini back into your bowl and add bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, eggs, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix together until well-blended.
- Take a tablespoon of mixture and roll it into a tot, repeat for rest of mixture.
- Place on a greased baking sheet and place in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until tots are crunchy. Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 5 grams
SHREDDED ZUCCHINI TOTS
These delicious little tots are just as yummy as their potato cousins. Easy to make, delicious to dip, and a great way to use up extra zucchini from the garden!
Provided by SunnyDaysNora
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini
Time 1h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place zucchini in a colander or strainer set over a bowl and sprinkle a pinch of salt over the top; let liquid drain from zucchini for 1 hour. Press zucchini with a paper towel to remove any excess liquid.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a mini-muffin pan with cooking spray.
- Stir zucchini, bread crumbs, Cheddar cheese, onion, eggs, black pepper, oregano, basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, rosemary, garlic powder, and sage together in a large bowl. Spoon zucchini mixture into prepared muffin cups, filling each cup and flattening mixture to be even with the top of the muffin pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 107.8 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 412 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
ZUCCHINI TOTS
Crispy, crunchy, veggie-packed, deliciously stylish zucchini tots and cutlets. Because kids eat with their eyes first too!
Provided by deliciouslystylish
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Zucchini Appetizer Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a mini-muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Combine zucchini and carrot in a large bowl. Squeeze out excess water using a paper towel.
- Mix bread crumbs, feta cheese, basil, egg, salt, pepper, and oregano into zucchini-carrot mixture. Scoop mixture using a mini ice cream scoop or 2 spoons and press mixture into the prepared muffin tin using the back of a spoon.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tops are golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 40.4 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 416.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
Tips:
- Use a box grater to shred the zucchini. This will give you the best results.
- Squeeze the excess moisture out of the zucchini before adding it to the other ingredients.
- Use a combination of all-purpose flour and bread crumbs to create a crispy coating.
- Season the zucchini tots with your favorite herbs and spices.
- Bake the zucchini tots in a preheated oven until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the zucchini tots with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Zucchini tots are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them crispy or soft, cheesy or spicy, there is a zucchini tot recipe out there for everyone. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, give zucchini tots a try. You won't be disappointed!
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