Zucchini Garlic Bites
Zucchini Garlic Bites are a delicious and healthy appetizer that will elevate any gathering. These savory bites combine the fresh taste of zucchini with aromatic garlic and herbs, creating a delightful flavor that’s sure to impress your guests. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they pair wonderfully with marinara sauce for dipping. Easy to prepare, these bites are ideal for parties, family dinners, or as a quick snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded zucchini (drained well)
- 1 clove garlic (grated fine)
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (or 1 tablespoon dried chives)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1/2 tablespoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- pinch of salt and pepper
- Tomato sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray.
- Grate the zucchini and wring out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- Grate the garlic until fine.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained zucchini, grated garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape about one tablespoon of the mixture into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 37mg
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