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Crispy Zucchini Pizza Bites

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These crispy zucchini pizza bites are quick, easy, and perfect for snacking or parties. They combine shredded zucchini with mozzarella, parmesan, and pepperoni for a delicious, pizza-inspired snack that’s light and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis, shredded (about 2 cups)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 100g)
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese (about 25g)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour or almond flour (about 30g)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 20 small pepperoni slices or halved regular slices (about 2 oz or 60g)
  • Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)
  • Olive oil spray or cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Shred the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor. Place shredded zucchini into a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Squeeze out as much excess water as possible from the zucchini using the sieve, cheesecloth, or a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, 1 large egg, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, ¼ cup grated parmesan, ¼ cup flour (or almond flour), 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Stir until evenly blended and sticky.
  4. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and lightly spray with olive oil.
  5. Scoop out small mounds of the zucchini mixture (about 1 ½ tablespoons each) and place them on the baking sheet, flattening slightly into rounds about 2 inches wide.
  6. Top each round with a slice of pepperoni and a small sprinkle of extra mozzarella if desired.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden and crispy and cheese is bubbly. Rotate the tray halfway through baking for even cooking.
  8. Let the bites cool on the pan for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping if desired.

Notes

Salting and squeezing the zucchini is essential to remove excess moisture and achieve crispy bites. Use room temperature eggs for better binding. Rotate the baking tray halfway through cooking for even crispiness. For gluten-free, use almond flour. For vegan, substitute egg with flax egg and use vegan cheese.

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