Keto Zucchini Tots
Looking for a guilt-free snack that hits all the right notes? These zucchini tots are golden, cheesy bites of joy—perfect as a side dish, finger food for kids, or even a healthy appetizer. They’re quick to whip up, baked to perfection, and sneak in a veggie punch. Dive into this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe and give your snack game a tasty upgrade.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: ~20 tots
Ingredients
• 2 cups shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
• 1 tsp fine sea salt
• 1 Tbsp coconut flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheese (or ¼ cup nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
• ½ cup finely chopped yellow onion
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Sprinkle shredded zucchini with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean towel.
In a large bowl, mix zucchini with coconut flour, eggs, cheese (or nutritional yeast), onion, and smoked paprika until well combined.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and form into mini tots. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp on the outside.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 9g
Find it online: https://ketospoonful.com/keto-zucchini-tots/