Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots Recipe

Introduction

These Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. Made with grated zucchini and mashed sweet potato, they’re naturally flavorful and perfectly golden baked.

Ingredients

• 2 (about 250g) grated zucchinis
• 1 cup (250g) cooked mashed sweet potato
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 160°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper. Use your hands to squeeze out all the moisture from the grated zucchini.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine the zucchini, mashed sweet potato, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and coconut flour. Mix well until fully incorporated.
3. Step 3: Form the mixture into tablespoon-sized tots and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Step 4: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the tots are slightly golden brown and firm to the touch.
5. Step 5: Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty treat.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the tots with olive oil before baking.
• Feel free to add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or your favorite herbs like thyme for added flavor.
• If coconut flour is unavailable, almond flour can be used as a substitute.

Storage

Store baked tots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 8–10 minutes to maintain their crispiness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these tots gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free by using coconut flour and no wheat-based ingredients.

Can I freeze the tots?

Yes, you can freeze unbaked tots by placing them on a tray to freeze individually, then transferring to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

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These Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish, combining the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with the fresh crunch of grated zucchini. Lightly spiced with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then baked to golden perfection, these tots make a nutritious and satisfying treat that’s perfect for any time of day.

• Author: Sana
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 20 tots 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Vegetables

• 2 zucchinis (about 250g), grated
• 1 cup (250g) cooked mashed sweet potato

Seasoning & Binding

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Tray: Preheat your oven to 160°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper to prevent sticking.
2. Remove Excess Moisture from Zucchini: Using your hands, squeeze out all the moisture from the grated zucchini to ensure the tots bake with a firm texture.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, cooked mashed sweet potato, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and coconut flour. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
4. Form Tots: Shape the mixture into tablespoon-sized tots, ensuring they are compact and hold together well, then place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking tray.
5. Bake: Bake the tots in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until they turn slightly golden brown and firm to the touch.
6. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a delightful snack or side dish.

Notes

• Squeezing out moisture from zucchini is important to prevent soggy tots.
• You can substitute coconut flour with almond flour for a different texture and flavor.
• Feel free to add herbs like parsley or rosemary for extra flavor.
• These tots can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
• For a crispier texture, flip the tots halfway through baking.

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