Zucchini Tots

You may have noticed that this is my second week in a row trying out a zucchini recipe. I just couldn't help myself! Zucchini is such a versatile vegetable and I had a some extra in my refrigerator, so I decided I must find another fun recipe to use it with.  As a kid, I would always get excited when I found out that "tater tots" were on the dinner menu.  I mean, who doesn't love tater tots? When I found this recipe for "zucchini tots", which brings the same crunchy, tasty element, I just couldn't wait to start cooking.  If you are looking for a way to sneak veggies in a meal, this is the way to go!

Ingredients
1 packed cup grated zucchini
1 egg
1/4 medium onion, minced
1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup season breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper

Directions
1. Grate the zucchini until you have 1 packed cup.
2. Wring all of the excess water out of the zucchini
3. In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients
4. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the mixture in to your hands and roll into small ovals
5. Place on a baking sheet (sprayed with cooking spray)
6. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes (until golden brown) at 400 degrees and turn halfway through cooking.

Full directions are available on Skinny Taste website, where I found this amazing recipe!

The final product didn't disappoint one bit! I honestly wish I had made a lot more because I could have snacked on those endlessly!  They were packed with great flavor, and although they had a different taste than the typical tater tots of course, they brought a healthier element! Note that any cheese can be used for this, including parmesan and mozzarella! You can also considering adding any other ingredients, such as garlic powder or red pepper flakes to spice it up a bit!

I hope you try this recipe out and enjoy it as much as I did!