Vegan zucchini clouds made with shredded zucchini and simple ingredients. Moreover, they’re light, crispy, healthy, and perfect for snacks.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- ½ tsp salt (for draining)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour or oat flour
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free)
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ⅓ cup plant-based milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
🍳 How to Make Vegan Zucchini Clouds
Step 1: Prepare the Zucchini
First, grate the zucchini and sprinkle with salt.
Then, let it rest for 10 minutes and squeeze out excess water.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
Next, add zucchini to a bowl with flour, breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, spices, milk, and olive oil.
Meanwhile, mix until a thick batter forms.
Step 3: Shape & Bake
After that, scoop small mounds onto a lined baking tray.
Finally, bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18–22 minutes until golden.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Zucchini Clouds
- Firstly, squeeze zucchini very well to avoid sogginess.
- Moreover, don’t flatten the clouds for a fluffy texture.
- Additionally, flip halfway for even browning.
- Finally, serve fresh for best crispness.
🔄 Variations to Try
- Cheesy: Add extra nutritional yeast
- Herbed: Mix in parsley or dill
- Spicy: Add chili flakes
- Gluten-Free: Use chickpea or oat flour
- Air Fryer: Cook at 190°C for 12–15 minutes
💚 Health Benefits
Zucchini is low in calories and rich in fiber and antioxidants.
Moreover, baking reduces excess oil.
Because this recipe is dairy-free and egg-free, it’s easy to digest.
As a result, it’s a light yet satisfying snack.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Skip garlic and pepper
- Add a pinch of salt only
- Shape into mini rounds
- Serve with ketchup or vegan mayo
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
