Oven-Baked Cauliflower Zucchini Oat Bites with Gooey Mozzarella

Ingredients

- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 large zucchini, grated
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray.

2. Prepare the Cauliflower and Zucchini:
Steam the cauliflower florets for 5 minutes until they are slightly tender. Drain and let them cool. Meanwhile, place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel, squeeze out as much moisture as possible, then set aside.

3. Mix Ingredients Together:
In a large mixing bowl, combine steamed cauliflower, grated zucchini, oats, and mozzarella cheese.

4. Add Seasonings and Eggs:
To the vegetable mixture, add the eggs, salt, black pepper, oregano, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

5. Form the Bites:
Use a tablespoon to scoop the mixture. Shape it into small bite-sized balls or patties with your hands. Place them gently onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each bite.

6. Bake the Bites:
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and crispy on the outside, flipping them carefully halfway through the baking time for even cooking.

7. Cool and Serve:
Once baked, remove the bites from the oven. Let them cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a serving platter. Enjoy warm as a delicious snack or appetizer.

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Cauliflower bites, Zucchini snacks, Oven-baked snacks, Mozzarella appetizers, Vegetable bites, Healthy snacks, Easy oven recipes, Vegetarian appetizers, Party snacks, Kid-friendly snacks

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 950 calories

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