Zucchini Garlic Bites
These Zucchini Garlic Bites combine shredded zucchini with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs, served with marinara for an Italian twist.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- box grater
- medium bowl
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 cup shredded zucchini drained well
- 1 clove garlic grated fine
Dairy
- ¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Binders
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
Herbs and Spices
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or 1 tablespoon dried chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or ½ tablespoon dried
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil or ½ teaspoon dried
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano or ½ teaspoon dried
- pinch of salt and pepper
Sauce
- tomato sauce for dipping
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 400˚F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray. Set aside.
- Use a box grater to grate the zucchini into a clean towel. Roll up the towel and twist to wring out the moisture.
- Grate the garlic using the small holes on the box grater.
- Add the shredded zucchini, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, chives, parsley, basil, oregano, salt and pepper to a medium bowl. Mix well to combine.
- Shape a tablespoon of the mixture into your hands, pat into small balls, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes in the preheated oven until golden. Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Notes
To freeze, let zucchini bites cool, flash freeze on a baking sheet for one hour, then store in a freezer bag for up to 4 months. Reheat at 400˚F for 10-15 minutes until heated through and crispy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1biteCalories: 26kcalCarbohydrates: 2.2gProtein: 1.9gFat: 1.2gSaturated Fat: 0.6gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 54mgPotassium: 32mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.3gCalcium: 400mg
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