Description
Deliciously crispy and healthy Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots made with grated zucchini, mashed sweet potato, and coconut flour. These bite-sized tots are seasoned with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper, baked to golden perfection, making them a perfect low-fat, gluten-free snack or side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 zucchinis (about 250g), grated
- 1 cup (250g) cooked mashed sweet potato
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 160°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Zucchini: Use your hands to squeeze out all the moisture from the grated zucchini to avoid soggy tots and improve texture.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, cooked mashed sweet potato, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and coconut flour. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is well blended.
- Shape Tots: Form the mixture into tablespoon-sized tot shapes using your hands and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Tot: Bake the tots in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until they turn slightly golden brown and hold their shape.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an enjoyable crispy snack or side dish.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini to ensure the tots hold together well.
- You can customize the seasoning by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary if desired.
- For a crispier texture, flip the tots halfway through baking.
- These tots can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Use gluten-free coconut flour to keep this recipe gluten-free and suitable for those sensitive to gluten.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
