Description
Craving a crispy, golden snack that’s healthy, delicious, and easy to make? These Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots are your new favorite go-to! Packed with vegetables, oven-baked to perfection, and loaded with flavor, they’re the ideal choice for a quick breakfast, healthy snack, or creative dinner idea. Whether you’re planning school lunchbox fillers, party appetizers, or just need new food ideas, this easy recipe will win over kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s gluten-free and customizable — everything you want in a better-for-you comfort food!
Ingredients
1 medium sweet potato peeled and grated
1 medium zucchini grated and well-drained
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup almond flour or breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Olive oil spray
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Lightly spray with olive oil.
2. Grate the sweet potato and zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out all excess moisture.
3. In a large bowl, combine the grated sweet potato, drained zucchini, onion, parmesan, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. Form the mixture into small tot shapes using about 1 tablespoon per tot. Compact firmly.
5. Arrange tots on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and slightly crispy.
7. Cool slightly and serve with dipping sauces like marinara, ketchup, or garlic yogurt dip.
Notes
Squeeze out zucchini completely — moisture is the enemy of crispiness.
Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even browning.
For an even healthier version, use nutritional yeast instead of parmesan and bake on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tots
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg