How to Make Breaded Zucchini Pizza Bites - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and easy appetizer or snack, then this recipe for Breaded Zucchini Pizza Bites is just what you need. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, game days, or just a tasty afternoon snack.

What makes these pizza bites so special is the combination of crispy breaded zucchini and classic pizza flavors. The zucchini is coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture, then topped with pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) container small mozzarella balls
  • 4 medium Roma tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • ½ cup Panko, bread crumbs
  • 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 1 (6 ounce) package sliced pepperoni

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with foil. Slice mozzarella balls in half; set aside.
  • Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Rinse tomatoes and put in the boiling water for blanching. Remove after 1 minute, let cool slightly, and use your hands to peel the skin; it should slip off easily.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in another small pot. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add peeled tomatoes, basil, and oregano. Cook tomatoes, breaking up with a spoon, to create a sauce. Let cook while you prepare zucchini.
  • Whisk egg and water together in a small bowl until mixture is consistent. Put panko in a shallow bowl.
  • Dip zucchini pieces into the egg-water mixture, then coat both sides with panko.
  • Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add panko-coated zucchini slices and saute until golden brown, flipping occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Top each zucchini slice with about 1 teaspoon sauce and 1 pepperoni slice. Place 1 piece mozzarella on top of each zucchini.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until mozzarella is slightly melted, about 10 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    272 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 441mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 188mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 280mg