Sweet Potato Veggie Tots

Since I can remember, I have been in love with tater tots. Whether I am watching a movie or at a restaurant with friends, I seem to have a craving for these bite size bits of heaven. The appeal comes from the crunchy outer skin and soft, yummy interior that the tots offer.

I wanted to be able to indulge in one of my favourite snacks, but also maintain a healthy lifestyle. SO, I have re-vamped the traditional tater tot that everyone adores and created a sweet potato, all veggie version.

I originally saw a similar recipe on Tasty for a broccoli and cheddar tot, but if I can incorporate sweet potatoes in a recipe, I WILL. The health benefits and nutrition within each one is astounding.

Here is what you will need:

• 1 sweet potato, peeled and grated with a course cheese grater
• 1/3 cup bread crumbs (I use panko bread crumbs)
• 1/3 cup parsley, minced
• 1 tbsp rosemary, minced (fresh is better, but dry rosemary will do the trick as well)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F

2. In a large bowl, mix the grated sweet potato with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Let sit for 10 minutes so the salt can draw out some of the moisture from the sweet potato.

3. Pour the sweet potato into a kitchen towel and twist to strain as much liquid as you can.

4. Placing the sweet potato back in the bowl, now add the breadcrumbs, parsley, rosemary, garlic, onion powder, remaining salt, pepper and egg.

5. Mix all these ingredients together and then roll the mixture into little cylinders, about 2 inches long. Don’t be afraid to get messy! You can also make them round if you would like. The recipe should make about 15 tots.

6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping half way. Serve with your choice of dipping sauce! I love chipotle mayo, dill mayo, garlic aioli or siracha! mm mm mmmm.

Whether you’re entertaining or on-the-go, these are the perfect snacks  for any occasion and quick to make.

What else do you think would be great in tot form? Maybe a butternut squash version or a garlic and chives mashed potato tot? Tell me what you think in the comments and happy snacking!