Name: Mozzarella Stuffed Zucchini Balls
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, grated and squeezed dry; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan; 3/4 cup (80 g) Italian breadcrumbs; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil; 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper; 20 mini mozzarella balls (ciliegine) or mozzarella cubes; Marinara, for dipping

Mozzarella Stuffed Zucchini Balls

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Crispy baked zucchini Parmesan balls with a hidden melty mozzarella center. Every bite has a cheese pull!

Author: Munch Twist
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 servings (about 20 balls) 1x
Category: Lunch
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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2 medium zucchini, grated and squeezed dry
1 large egg
1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan
3/4 cup (80 g) Italian breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper
20 mini mozzarella balls (ciliegine) or mozzarella cubes
Marinara, for dipping

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
Mix the zucchini, egg, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, basil, salt and pepper.
Flatten a tablespoon of mixture in your palm, place a mozzarella ball in the center and roll to seal.
Place on the baking sheet and spray lightly with oil.
Bake 18-20 minutes until golden.
Serve immediately with warm marinara.

Notes

Pat the mozzarella balls dry so they seal well.

Find it online: https://munchtwist.com/mozzarella-stuffed-zucchini-balls/