Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated zucchini (squeeze out liquid)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin or baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine grated zucchini (with excess moisture squeezed out), breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape the Bites: Scoop the mixture into the prepared mini muffin tin or form small bite-sized balls and place them on the greased baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced to allow even cooking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin or baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these bites warm or at room temperature as a tasty appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Be sure to squeeze out all excess moisture from the zucchini to prevent soggy bites.
- You can substitute the parmesan cheese with a vegetarian alternative if desired.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- These bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
- Adding a pinch of red pepper flakes can give these bites a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
