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Zucchini Tots

*Recipe created by Dr. Sonali Ruder
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 16 tots
Calories 20kcal
Author Amee

Ingredients

  • 1 heaping cup grated zucchini
  • ¼ cup finely chopped shallot or yellow onion
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup whole wheat panko I used Ian's organic brown rice breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • olive oil
  • marinara sauce for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees
  • Place grated zucchini in a cheesecloth or kitchen towel and wring out all excess water (there will be a lot!)
  • Place zucchini in a bowl along with all other ingredients, except olive oil
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Take a tablespoon of mixture and form into a round ball or oval shape
  • Repeat until all mixture is used
  • Arrange tots on the baking sheet and spray or brush the tops with olive oil
  • Bake until puffed up and lightly golden, about 20 minutes flipping half way during cooking time.
  • Serve with marinara for dipping

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 20kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1.4g | Fat: 0.8g | Sodium: 60mg | Fiber: 0.3g