baked zucchini tots

Zucchini Tots are a great way to get your family to eat their veggies! These kid-friendly zucchini tots, made with shredded zucchini and cheese make a great side dish or snack.

Zucchini Tots

cooking spray

zucchini

onion

grated reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese

breadcrumbs (or gluten-free crumbs)

tsp kosher salt and black pepper

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.

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Tater-Less Parmesan Zucchini Tots

medium/large

all-purpose flour

salt and pepper,

eggs,

breadcrumbs

Parmesan cheese (fresh

ketchup,

Preheat oven to 400F, line a baking sheet...

Preheat oven to 400F, line a baking sheet with a Silpat, parchment, or spray with cooking spray.

Slice the zucchini (I quarter it into long...

Slice the zucchini (I quarter it into long spears, then slice the spears into 1-inch long segments) and transfer zucchini pieces to a large bowl.

Sprinkle with flour, salt and pepper, any optional...

Sprinkle with flour, salt and pepper, any optional seasonings or spices, and toss to coat evenly; set aside.

In a medium bowl, beat the eggs; set...

In a medium bowl, beat the eggs; set aside.

In a separate large bowl, add the Panko...

In a separate large bowl, add the Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and stir to combine; set aside.

Using your hands or a slotted spoon, add...

Using your hands or a slotted spoon, add about half of the floured zucchini pieces to the eggs for a quick dunk.

Remove zucchini from eggs and transfer to breadcrumb...

Remove zucchini from eggs and transfer to breadcrumb mixture. Toss with hands or a spoon to coat evenly.

Place zucchini on prepared baking tray, spaced evenly and...

Place zucchini on prepared baking tray, spaced evenly and without touching. You want the oven air to circulate freely on all pieces so they get as crispy as possible.

Repeat battering process with remaining zucchini and place on...

Repeat battering process with remaining zucchini and place on baking tray. The process is messy and not every piece will be evenly coated and breaded. Overall, if most pieces are coated, you’re fine.

Bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly...

Bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Start watching closely and checking after 9 minutes. Watch so the undersides don’t become overly browned or burn. Because all ovens, size of the tots, thickness of coating mixture, and personal preferences vary, cooking times will vary.

Tots are best warm and fresh. Serve with...

Tots are best warm and fresh. Serve with ketchup or your favorite dip.

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