# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium zucchini, grated
02 - 1 small russet potato, peeled and grated
03 - 1 small onion, grated
→ Dairy
04 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
05 - 1 large egg
→ Dry Ingredients
06 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
07 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ For Serving
12 - Ketchup or ranch dressing (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Place the grated zucchini, potato, and onion in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible.
03 - Transfer the drained vegetables to a large mixing bowl. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
04 - Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and shape into small cylindrical tots using your hands. Arrange the tots on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Repeat shaping until all mixture is used. Lightly spray or brush the tots with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tots are golden brown and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven and serve warm with ketchup or desired dipping sauce.
