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Broccoli Tots

Crispy Broccoli Tots – Healthy Fun for the Whole Family

Crispy broccoli tots are a delightful and nutritious snack that's perfect for the whole family, making it easy to sneak in veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tots
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tots
  • 2 cups Broccoli, chopped Fresh broccoli, steamed or boiled
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with chickpea flour and water
  • 1 cup Almond Meal/Flour Can use gluten-free breadcrumbs or oat flour
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded Can substitute with mozzarella
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Optional; skip for baby servings

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Steamer
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut fresh broccoli into small florets and steam the broccoli stem pieces for 1 minute, then add the florets and steam for another 3-4 minutes.
  3. Drain the steamed broccoli and finely chop it, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  4. In the bowl, add in eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, almond meal, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape them into tots. Place them on the lined baking sheet.
  6. Optionally, spray the tops of the tots with cooking oil for extra crispiness.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  8. Serve with various dips like hummus, lemon yogurt dip, or avocado dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1totCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to monitor the cooking time to prevent overcooking. You can freeze uncooked tots for easy future snacks.

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