Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots Recipe

Introduction

These baked sweet potato zucchini tots are a deliciously healthy snack or side dish. They combine tender sweet potato with fresh zucchini for a flavorful bite that’s crispy on the outside and soft inside.

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 evenly combined.
3. Step 3: Form the mixture into tablespoon-sized tots and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
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 snack or side.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispiness, lightly spray the tots with olive oil before baking.
• You can substitute coconut flour with almond flour if preferred, but adjust quantity as almond flour absorbs less moisture.
• Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a cheesy twist.
• Make mini tots for bite-sized appetizers, adjusting baking time accordingly.

Storage

Store leftover tots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness. These tots can also be frozen; freeze in a single layer before transferring to a bag. Reheat from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use raw sweet potato instead of cooked mashed sweet potato?

It’s best to use cooked mashed sweet potato to ensure the tots hold together and cook evenly. Raw sweet potato would take longer to cook and may result in a different texture.

What dipping sauces pair well with these tots?

These tots are delicious with a variety of dips such as garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, ranch dressing, or a simple yogurt-based dip with herbs.

Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots Recipe

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These Baked Sweet Potato Zucchini Tots are a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make snack or side dish. Combining grated zucchini and mashed sweet potato, these tots are naturally gluten-free and baked to golden perfection, making them a nutritious alternative to traditional fried tots. Perfect served warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

• Author: Viktoria
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
• Total Time: 45-50 minutes
• Yield: About 15–20 tots 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 2 zucchinis (about 250g), grated
• 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. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 160°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper to prevent the tots from sticking during baking.
2. Remove Moisture: Use your hands to squeeze out all the moisture from the grated zucchini to ensure the tots hold together well and bake properly without excess water.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, mashed sweet potato, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and coconut flour until evenly incorporated.
4. Form Tots: Shape the mixture into tablespoon-sized tots using your hands and arrange them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake: Place the baking tray in the oven and bake the tots for 30 to 35 minutes or until they turn slightly golden brown on the outside.
6. Serve: Remove the tots from the oven and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty snack or side.

Notes

• Squeezing out moisture from the zucchini is crucial to prevent soggy tots.
• You can customize the seasoning by adding herbs like thyme or chili flakes for extra flavor.
• For a crispier texture, flip the tots halfway through baking.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

Keywords: baked zucchini tots, sweet potato tots, healthy snack, gluten-free snack, vegetarian appetizer