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Crispy Zucchini Garlic Bites

Crispy Zucchini Garlic Bites: A Guilt-Free Snack Bliss

Crispy Zucchini Garlic Bites are a delicious, low-calorie snack that combines crunchy textures with savory flavors for a perfect appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 2 cups Zucchini Grated and drained
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free version available
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese Or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg Or flax egg for vegan option
For the Herbs
  • 1/4 cup Chives Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon Basil Dried
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • mixing bowl
  • Non-stick frying pan
  • spatula
  • paper towels

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Grate and drain the zucchini, squeezing out moisture with a clean towel.
  2. Combine drained zucchini, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and the egg in a bowl. Add chives, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper, mixing thoroughly.
  3. Shape mixture into patties, about two inches wide, and place on a plate.
  4. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, place bites on a parchment-lined tray until solid, then bag for up to 3 months.

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