Zucchini Parmesan Tater Tots
A comforting twist on classic tater tots incorporating fresh zucchini and savory Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Zucchini, grated
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
- 2 Eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder and dried herbs
Instructions
- Prep your zucchini by washing it thoroughly. Grate using a box grater or food processor and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Combine the grated zucchini, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Shape the mixture into bite-sized oval shapes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Enjoy warm, optionally with marinara sauce or lemon juice.
Notes
Squeeze out as much moisture from the zucchini as possible for crispy tots. Can be prepped ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Zucchini, Tater Tots, Vegetarian, Comfort Food, Appetizer