Description
Make simple air fryer veggie tots with carrot, zucchini, and cheese. Serve these as a fun snack or easy side dish your kids will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini and carrot.
- Combine the squeezed vegetables, cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix well until everything is combined.
- Shape the mixture into small tot shapes, about 1-inch long.
- Place tots in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd.
- Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and heated through.
- Repeat with remaining tots.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For picky eaters, try introducing one veggie at a time.
- You can add other seasonings like garlic powder or onion powder.
- These tots are great for dipping in ketchup or ranch.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Kid-Friendly