WW Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Bites

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The WW Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Bites are tasty. They have 72 calories per serving and take 35 minutes to make. It contains zucchini, reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, egg, whole wheat breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, black pepper, and cooking spray. Using these components will make your snack yummy. We may pair your snack with marinara sauce, ranch yogurt dip, tomato soup, turkey wraps, baked salmon, veggie pasta, grilled chicken salad, or garlic herb chicken. These WW Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Bites are not hard to make, as the instructions are simple.

STATS:

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Calories: 72 kcal
  • Course: Appetizer
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Serving Size: 4 zucchini bites
  • Servings: 6
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes

EQUIPMENT:

  • Clean kitchen towel
  • Spoon
  • Baking paper
  • Measuring cups
  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring spoons
  • Box grater
  • Mixing bowl

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 medium grated zucchini
  • One cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Two minced garlic cloves
  • 1 large egg
  • Half cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Cooking spray
  • Quarter tsp black pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ZUCCHINI:

  • Zucchini is the main component that gives your bites moisture and softness. It gives fiber and nutrients without making them heavy. You may use yellow squash as another idea.

REDUCED-FAT MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

  • It gives a cheesy texture and keeps your recipe lighter. Also, it blends smoothly with zucchini and melts well. Utilize cheddar cheese as per your preference.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • Parmesan cheese gives a rich, salty taste and develops a golden crust while baking. Replace it with Romano cheese as another option.

WHOLE WHEAT BREADCRUMBS:

  • Breadcrumbs absorb moisture and give structure to your bites. It gives extra fiber and makes the recipe more filling. Use panko breadcrumbs as another idea.

GARLIC:

  • Garlic provides a savory taste to your bites and maintains the mild taste of zucchini. You may use onion powder as per your preference.

EGG:

  • It helps to binds all the components and gives moisture to your snack. We may replace it with mashed potatoes for binding.

PARSLEY:

  • Parsley gives freshness and an herbal taste to your recipe. It include a fresh look to your bites. You may use basil or cilantro as another option.

SALT & PEPPER:

  • We use them to maintain the richness of cheese and improve the flavor of zucchini, cheese & garlic. You may adjust them as per your need. Utilize garlic salt or white pepper as an alternative.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Warm your oven to 400°F and coat the dish with baking paper, then lightly spray it.
  2. You will grate zucchini using a box grater and put it on your towel.
  3. Squeeze out the water properly.
  4. Then mix zucchini, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, parsley, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  5. You will take small portions of the mixture with a spoon and make bite-sized rounds.
  6. Put them on your sheet and spray the tops with cooking spray.
  7. Lastly, bake your bites for 20 minutes.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

BREADS:

  • Garlic Bread
  • Dinner Rolls
  • Focaccia Bread
  • Cheesy Breadsticks
  • Whole Wheat Toast
  • Herb Flatbread

PASTA:

  • Garlic Butter Pasta
  • Whole Wheat Spaghetti
  • Pesto Pasta
  • Alfredo Pasta
  • Veggie Lasagna
  • Mac and Cheese

SOUP:

  • Tomato Basil Soup
  • Chicken Vegetable Soup
  • Creamy Broccoli Soup
  • Minestrone Soup
  • Lentil Soup
  • Roasted Red Pepper Soup

TIPS:

  • Squeeze out excessive water properly so your bites do not feel soggy.
  • You should not crowd your sheet too much so the bites cook evenly.
  • Serve your snack warm for better texture.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Keep your dish in a vessel for four days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze your bites for 60 days.

FAQs:

Can I make these bites early?

  • Yes, you may prepare the mixture and refrigerate it for 1 day.

Should I air-fry my recipe?

  • You may air fry for 12 minutes at 375°F.

Why do I feel my zucchini bites are soggy?

  • Too much water makes them soggy; make sure to squeeze water before using.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net Carbs: 4 grams

Total Carbs: 5 g

Fiber: 1 gram

Protein: 6 g

Iron: 0.5 gram

Calcium: 140 g

Sodium: 210 grams

Potassium: 180 g

Vitamin A: 320 IU

Calories: 72 kcal

Weight Watcher Points: 2 Points