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The BEST Veggie Tots! (Carrot & Potato)
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The BEST Veggie Tots! (Carrot & Potato)
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The BEST Veggie Tots! (Carrot & Potato)

These delightful and healthy veggie tots, featuring grated carrots and potatoes, are perfect for baby-led weaning, toddlers, and even older kids. Easy to make and packed with nutrients, they make a fantastic finger food or a versatile side dish. This recipe combines fresh vegetables with cheese, egg, and a touch of flour to create a crispy exterior and a tender interior, ensuring a tasty and nutritious meal.
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#finger food
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Mixing bowl with ingredients
Mixing bowl with ingredients

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Healthy
English
Nutrition (per serving)
175
Calories
7g
Protein
22g
Carbs
7g
Fat
Forming the veggie tots by hand
Forming the veggie tots by hand

Ingredients

  • Carrot
    (grated)

    1 medium
  • Potato
    (grated, excess moisture squeezed out)

    1 large
  • Cheddar Cheese
    (grated)

    0.5 cup
  • Egg

    1 large
  • All-Purpose Flour
    (for binding)

    2 tablespoons
  • Salt
    (optional, adjust for baby-led weaning)

    pinch
  • Black Pepper
    (optional)

    pinch
Servings: 4
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Veggie tots arranged on a baking tray
Veggie tots arranged on a baking tray

Instructions

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  • 1

    Wash and peel the carrot and potato. Grate both vegetables into a mixing bowl. For the potato, firmly squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to prevent soggy tots.
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    Wash and peel the carrot and potato. Grate both vegetables into a mixing bowl. For the potato, firmly squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to prevent soggy tots.
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    Removing excess moisture from the potato is crucial for crispy tots.
  • 2

    Add the grated cheddar cheese, large egg, and all-purpose flour to the bowl with the grated carrot and potato. If using, add a pinch of salt and pepper.
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    Add the grated cheddar cheese, large egg, and all-purpose flour to the bowl with the grated carrot and potato. If using, add a pinch of salt and pepper.
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    For babies, consider omitting or significantly reducing salt content.
  • 3

    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and a cohesive mixture forms. You can use your hands or a spoon.
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    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and a cohesive mixture forms. You can use your hands or a spoon.
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    Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed for consistent texture.
  • 4

    Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) or prepare your air fryer. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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    Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) or prepare your air fryer. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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    Parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
  • 5

    Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into mini tot forms. Place them onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a little space between each tot.
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    Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into mini tot forms. Place them onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a little space between each tot.
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    For uniform cooking, try to make the tots roughly the same size.
  • 6

    Bake the tots in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through.
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    Bake the tots in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through.
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    Cooking time may vary based on tot size and appliance. For extra crispiness, cook a bit longer until deeply golden.
  • 7

    Remove the tots from the oven or air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving. They can be served warm as a snack or side dish.
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    Remove the tots from the oven or air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving. They can be served warm as a snack or side dish.
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    Always check the temperature before serving to babies or toddlers.
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