Description
Irresistible Golden Crispy Zucchini Bites blend cheesy cheddar and parmesan into a delightful appetizer that sings with savory flavor. Quick and easy preparation makes these nibbles perfect for casual gatherings or spontaneous snack cravings you’ll absolutely adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 kg (2 lb) zucchini
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Thoroughly grate zucchini using a box grater, ensuring uniform texture and size.
- Sprinkle salt over grated zucchini, transfer to a fine mesh sieve, and allow excess liquid to drain for precisely 10 minutes.
- Transfer zucchini to a clean kitchen towel, firmly squeeze to remove all remaining moisture, preventing soggy texture.
- Combine drained zucchini with breadcrumbs, eggs, cheddar, parmesan, garlic powder, dill, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, blending ingredients until evenly distributed.
- With slightly moistened hands, carefully craft small, compact tots, ensuring consistent shape and size for even cooking.
- Lightly coat air fryer basket with non-stick spray to prevent sticking and promote crispy exterior.
- Arrange tots in a single layer inside the basket, maintaining space between each piece to allow proper air circulation.
- Air fry at 200ºC/390ºF for 12-14 minutes, rotating basket midway to ensure uniform golden-brown crispiness.
- Once achieved desired color and crunch, immediately remove tots from air fryer and serve alongside preferred dipping sauce while hot and crisp.
Notes
- Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to remove excess moisture, ensuring crispy and golden tots without sogginess.
- Use fresh, firm zucchini for the best texture and flavor in your bites.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like mozzarella or romano for unique taste variations.
- Make these bites gluten-free by substituting breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko crumbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg