Baked Cheesy Zucchini Bites

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 1/4 tsp Basil, dried
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups Zucchini, packed

• Refrigerated

  • 1 Egg, large

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/8 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

• Bread & Baked Goods

  • 1/4 cup Panko or regular bread crumbs

• Dairy

  • 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese, sharp

Found on melskitchencafe.com

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups packed shredded zucchini (no need to peel the zucchini)
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/4 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup panko or regular bread crumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil (or 1-2 teaspoons fresh)
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or lightly grease an unlined baking sheet.
• Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and wring out all the excess water over the sink until the zucchini is really dry.
• Place the zucchini and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl and mix until combined.
• Drop the mixture by tablespoonfuls on the prepared baking sheet and lightly press the mounds with your hands to flatten slightly.
• Bake for 16-20 minutes until the edges are golden.