Description
These crispy zucchini garlic bites are a savory, cheesy snack made with grated zucchini, Parmesan, and herbs. Baked to golden perfection, they’re crunchy on the outside, tender inside, and perfect for dipping in marinara or ranch.
Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis, grated and moisture squeezed out
1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried parsley)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Cooking spray or olive oil, for baking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Grate zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, eggs, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- Shape mixture into small balls (about 1–1½ inches) and place evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool slightly and serve warm with marinara, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Use almond meal or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
Mix in shredded mozzarella or cheddar for extra cheesiness.
Bake in mini muffin tins for a fun bite-sized presentation.
Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes for an even crispier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
