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air fryer zucchini tots on green patterned plate with small bowl of ketchup

Air Fryer Zucchini Tots

These Air Fryer Zucchini Tots are the healthy snack that always disappears SO quickly in our house! Made from 4 simple ingredients -- grated zucchini, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs and egg -- these are not only easy, but incredibly fun too. They're air fried to golden, crispy perfection and are loved by kids & adults alike. A healthier spin on a nostalgic favorite!
Servings 30 tots
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2-3 medium zucchinis
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (can sub GF)
  • 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tsp italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • kosher salt & black pepper to taste
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  • First, shred your zucchinis on the largest holes of your box grater. Then transfer them to a tea towel and squeeze out as much of the excess moisture as possible. You will need 2 packed cups of shredded zucchini for this recipe.
    2-3 medium zucchinis
  • Add eggs to a large bowl and beat them with a fork or whisk. Then, add in the shredded zucchini, breadcrumbs, cheddar and seasonings. Use a spatula to stir until combined.
    2 large eggs, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese, 2 tsp italian seasoning, ½ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp garlic powder, kosher salt & black pepper
  • Scoop out 1 tbsp of the zucchini mixture, squish it between your hands to condense it a bit, then shape into small tots, about 1.5-2" in length. Add them to a parchment-lined air fryer tray. You should get about 30 zucchini tots in total.
  • Spray the top of the zucchini tots with some cooking oil, then air fry at 400F for 15 minutes, or until they're a deep golden color. Keep an eye on them, as every air fryer is different. Serve with ketchup and enjoy!
    cooking spray

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Notes

NUTRITION INFO: The nutrition information listed below is an estimate per zucchini tot.
Calories: 31kcal
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: Air Fryer, Appetizers, Cheddar, Hidden Veggies, Snack, Summer Recipes, Tater Tots, Vegetarian, Zucchini

Nutrition

Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 95IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 0.3mg