Crispy zucchini tots are one of the tastiest ways to eat your veggies. This recipe combines zucchini with onions, garlic, cheddar cheese and Italian seasoning for powerful flavor.
Instructions
1
Prepare the shredded zucchini
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. In large bowl, toss the shredded zucchini and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then let it stand for 10 minutes. Place the zucchini in a dish towel and squeeze out the excess liquid, discarding the liquid.
3
Combine the ingredients
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In a large bowl, combine the egg, onion, cheese, bread crumbs, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
5
Add the zucchini
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Fold the zucchini into the egg mixture in the bowl.
7
Form the tots, then bake
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Working with tablespoon-sized servings of the zucchini mixture, form 1-inch long cylinders, then place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, about an inch apart. Bake the tots for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
