Healthy Broccoli bites are loaded with broccoli, cheese, herbs, and spices. This super nutritious snack is Low Carb and makes a delicious protein replacement, appetizer or snack!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
5 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: lunch or side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, balls, bites, broccoli, healthy, keto, low-carb, meatballs, tots
1teaspoonCajunor taco seasoning or favorite seasoning blend!
Pinchof salt and pepper black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Steam broccoli in boiling water or microwave* (see notes) until tender. Chop broccoli using a knife or food processor until finely minced.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, eggs, almond flour, cheese, parsley, and spices. Mix until well incorporated.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and form into a ball. Place on lined baking sheet and spray or drizzle lightly with oil. Bake 25-30 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through.
Serve on a salad, in a sandwich, with rice, or as an appetizer or snack with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Notes
To steam broccoli in the microwave: Add the broccoli to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 2 minutes covered with a wet paper towel.To steam broccoli in water: Add the broccoli florets to a steamer basket and steam until fully tender, about 5 minutes. Or blanch in boiling water for 1 minute.To Make Vegan: Replace egg with flax egg and cheese with vegan cheese. Keto option: add in ¼ cup cooked crumbled bacon to the mixture before baking.Sauces for serving: we like to serve these broccoli balls with our favorite chipotle sauce, avocado cilantro sauce, or light ranch.