Description
A delicious way to enjoy vegetables with savory garlic and rich Parmesan cheese, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like parsley or basil), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for baking or air frying)
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare the air fryer.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded zucchini, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Form the mixture into small bite-sized patties.
- Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, or place them in the air fryer basket. If baking, drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or air fry at 375°F for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
For best results, avoid over-pressing the zucchini to maintain flavor and texture. Experiment with herbs for different tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg