Name: Zucchini Tots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 packed cup grated zucchini; 1 large egg; ¼ medium onion, minced; ¼ cup grated reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese; ⅓ cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or gluten-free if needed); ¼ tsp kosher salt; Black pepper, to taste

Zucchini Tots

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These little zucchini tots are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and totally addictive. I started making them to sneak more veggies onto the plate—and now, they’re the star of snack time! Perfect for dipping, packing in lunches, or popping straight off the tray, they’re healthy comfort in bite-sized form.

Author: Mason Hartman
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 18 mins
Total Time: 28 minutes
Yield: 6 (2 tots per serving) 1x

Ingredients

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Cooking spray

1 packed cup grated zucchini

1 large egg

¼ medium onion, minced

¼ cup grated reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese

⅓ cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or gluten-free if needed)

¼ tsp kosher salt

Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.

Prep Zucchini: Squeeze grated zucchini in a clean towel to remove excess moisture.

Mix: In a bowl, combine zucchini, egg, onion, cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.

Fill Tin: Spoon mixture into muffin cups, pressing down lightly to compact.

Bake: Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until golden and set. Let cool slightly before removing.

Notes

Crispy, cheesy, and packed with veggies—these tots make healthy snacking feel fun and delicious.

Nutrition

Calories: 45
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: 3g

Find it online: https://minikitchenmagic.com/zucchini-tots/