Vegan Baked Masala Veggie Tots

These vegan, baked tots are the most delicious and healthy ones. With less oil and lots of veggies, this will be loved by kids too, even though they may not be a great fan of veggies. Loaded with veggies and nuts, this is a guily-free snack! This can be a great appetizer for any occasion, or party, or for game day!

These are made with carrots, broccoli, potatoes, sweet potatoes/yam, and zucchini! Lots of veggies. Almond flour is also used along with flax seed powder, these increase the nutritional value while making it easier to hold and shape these tots.

It is important to squeeze out the water from the veggies. If skipped, it will be impossible to shape them, and they may not bake well. Sprinkle the salt and let the veggie mixture sit on the colander. Water will get collected and then squeeze out maximum to have the veggies with low moisture.

Ketchup is a perfect one to dip and devour these tots, but any creamy dips like this vegan Cashew, Cilantro, and Coconut Sauce will also be great with these tots. The spices added in these tots will give a unique flavor to these tots. If you do not have these, spices, salt and pepper can also be used to make. Garam masala or curry powder can be used. If you love a spicy version, add finely minced Thai chiles to the veggie mixture. I love that version though my kids are not in favor of a very spicy version.

Game day is near by, and these are amazing ones for the same. February is #NationalSnackMonth and this is a perfect and healthy snack. Did you know that February 2 is TaterTotday? So many reasons to enjoy this tot! Christie is hosting an event where we share a recipe featuring tater tots or the ones made using tater tots! Very interesting event as you have many choices. This vegan baked masala veggie tots is a great and delicious snack, and that's my share for the event. We share Recipes From Our Dinner Table! Join our group and share your recipes, too! While you're at it, join our Pinterest board, too!

Baked Tater Tots is yet another delicious snack that will be crowd pleaser. This Gluten-Free, Low Carb Cauliflower Bites is my favorite version. Tortilla Taco Cups and Taco Stuufed Sweet Peppers are also great snacks that your family will love!

Ingredients

Makes 30

Prep time: 10 min

Resting time: 20-30 min

Shaping: 10 min

Baking time: 30 min

Zuchini - 1 cup, thick shreds

Carrots - 1 cup, thick shreds

Potatoes  -1 cup, thick shreds

Sweet potatoes/yam - 1 cup, thick shreds

Broccoli - 1 cup, shredded

Onion - 1/3 cup, finely chopped

Garlic - 1 tsp, finely chopped

Salt - 1 tsp

Nitritional yeast - 1/2 tbsp

Flaxseed powder - 1 tbsp

Almond flour - 3 tbsp

Oil - 2 tbsp

Cayenne - 3/4 tsp

Garam masala -1/2 tsp

Turemeric - 1/4 tsp

Method

Add the shredded veggies to a bowl and add half teaspoon salt. Mix.

Put it in collander and let the water leach out of the veggies. Squeeze and remove as much as possible after 20-30 minutes. Discard the water and transfer the veggies to a bowl.

Add the onions, garlic, almond flour, flaxseed powder, turmeric, cayenne, garam masala, nutritional yeast, remaining salt, and cilantro to the veggie mix. Combine thoroughly.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Take about a tablespoon and shape into tots. They can be shaped in any form as per preference.

Brush the tots with oil. Bake for 30 minutes at 400 degrees F, flipping once after 15 minutes.

Remove from the oven, cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with ketchup or any dip.

Tasty Tot Recipes

• Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole from The Spiffy Cookie
• Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole from Cheese Curd In Paradise
• Sausage and Tot Brunch Bites from That Recipe
• Tater Tot Enchilada Bake from Making Miracles
• Tator Tot Totchos from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• Vegan Baked Masala Veggie Tots from Magical Ingredients