Description
Crispy on the outside, tender inside — these cheesy zucchini bites are the perfect savory snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded zucchini (squeezed dry)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 egg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- Nonstick spray for muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded zucchini, mozzarella, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and seasonings.
- Add egg and mix until well combined.
- Spoon mixture evenly into the muffin tin, pressing lightly to form compact bites.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp around the edges.
- Let cool slightly before removing from the pan.
- Serve warm with a side of ranch or marinara for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure zucchini is well squeezed to remove excess moisture for crispier bites.
- Feel free to add herbs or spices to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg