Crunchy Zucchini Garlic Bites
Delicious and crispy Zucchini Garlic Bites, perfect for snacking or entertaining, combining fresh zucchini and zesty garlic with melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, basil), chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for baking or air frying)
- Marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prep the zucchinis by shredding them and squeezing out excess moisture.
- Mix the shredded zucchini, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, fresh herbs, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
- Shape small patties or bites, about 2 inches in diameter, and place them on a lined baking sheet or air fryer basket.
- Drizzle the tops with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Set to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with marinara sauce for dipping. You can also try adding other herbs or spices for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: zucchini bites, appetizer, vegetarian, garlic bites, healthy snacks