Description
Enjoy these delightful Zucchini Pizza Bites, a healthy and low-carb twist on your favorite pizza. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer, these bites are a hit with both kids and adults!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, ends trimmed
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional toppings: pepperoni, cooked mushrooms, olives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchinis using the large holes of a box grater. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This is a crucial step for crispy bites!
- In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, beaten egg, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into small bite-sized rounds or squares, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and slightly firm.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Spoon a small amount of pizza sauce onto each bite.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and any other desired toppings.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Zucchini Pizza Bites!
Notes
- Squeezing out the moisture from the zucchini is key to preventing soggy bites.
- Feel free to customize toppings based on your preferences.
- These bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg