Description
Indulge in these delightful Yellow Squash Tots, a perfect way to sneak more vegetables into your diet while enjoying a crispy, flavorful snack. Ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to family dinners, these veggie bites are not only easy to prepare but also nutritious and kid-friendly. Combining grated yellow squash or zucchini with cheese and spices, they create a satisfying treat that appeals to all ages. Serve them with your favorite dips or as a side dish to elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 small yellow squashes or zucchini (about 1–1.5 lb)
- 1 egg
- 4 oz grated cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ medium onion (finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
- Optional: Minced parsley for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and grate the squash, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated squash with the egg, cheese, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and parsley if using.
- Form small balls or patties from the mixture and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg