Cheesy zucchini tots are baked rather than fried and are a lower-carb, more nutritious option to tator tots.
This healthier solution to classic tater tots, these zucchini tots use fresh, shredded zucchini, panko, and your favorite shredded cheese to make a great, baked snack whenever the craving hits. Let kids join in on the fun by mixing together ingredients and helping to shape the zucchini tots!
Healthy Zucchini Tots
Servings: 6-8
INGREDIENTS
2 Zucchini, shredded
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 Egg
1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 cup Panko
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
Serving sauce of choice
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Place zucchini on a clean, lint-free kitchen towel or on a couple of paper towels. Wrap towel around the sides and squeeze the excess water from the zucchini. Remove zucchini from towel and place in a bowl.
3. Add the salt, egg, parmesan cheese, panko and olive oil in the bowl with the zucchini and stir until combined. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and shape to look like tater tots. Place on baking sheet leaving about ½-inch distance. Bake 15-20 minutes, until golden.
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