Zucchini Garlic Bites
Zucchini Garlic Bites are a delightful appetizer bursting with flavor and healthy ingredients. These crispy bites combine shredded zucchini, aromatic garlic, and savory Parmesan cheese, making them an irresistible Italian-inspired treat. Serve them warm with marinara sauce for dipping, perfect for parties or as a tasty snack.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded zucchini (drained well)
- 1 clove garlic (grated fine)
- 1/3 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 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
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray.
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater and wring out the moisture in a clean towel.
- Grate the garlic and add it to a medium bowl with the zucchini, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chives, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approximately 17g)
- Calories: 26
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 54mg
- Fat: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2.2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 13mg
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