Craving a guilt-free snack that's both nutritious and irresistibly delicious? Get ready to meet your new obsession: Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots! 🥔🥒 These crispy, golden bites are about to revolutionize your appetizer game, transforming humble vegetables into a crowd-pleasing treat that'll have everyone asking for seconds. Packed with hidden veggies, protein, and incredible flavor, these tots are not just a side dish – they're a culinary adventure waiting to happen!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato, grated
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Grate the sweet potato and zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated vegetables in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture thoroughly. This step is crucial to prevent soggy tots.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained grated sweet potato and zucchini with almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix ingredients until well combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into small tot-shaped cylinders, approximately 1-inch long. Place each tot on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the tots halfway through cooking to ensure even browning. The tots should be golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them firm up. Transfer to a serving plate.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch, sriracha mayo, or garlic aioli.
Tips
- Moisture is the Enemy: Always thoroughly squeeze out excess liquid from grated zucchini and sweet potato. Use a clean kitchen towel and press firmly to prevent soggy tots.
- Consistent Size Matters: Use a small cookie scoop or uniformly shape your tots to ensure even cooking and a professional look.
- Don't Overcrowd: Leave some space between tots on the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation and achieve maximum crispiness.
- Experiment with Seasonings: While the recipe calls for garlic powder, feel free to add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor complexity.
- Serve Immediately: These tots are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven when they're at peak crispiness.
- Dipping Sauce Options: Prepare multiple dipping sauces to keep things interesting – ranch, sriracha mayo, and garlic aioli are excellent choices.
- Make Ahead Tip: You can prepare the mixture in advance and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking for convenient meal prep.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg
