Cheesy Baked Broccoli Bites
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Finely chopped broccoli is mixed with mozzarella, eggs, and a touch of cornstarch, then baked until golden on the outside and tender in the center. These light and garlicky bites are perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or as an easy appetizer.
- Time
- 40 minutes
- Equipment
- Oven and blender
- Good for
- Snacks
- Cuisine
- American
- Contains
- Dairy and eggs
- Diet
- Vegetarian
Diet and allergen details are read from the ingredient names and are not certified.
Ingredients
Steps
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 °C) (200 degrees C (400 °F)).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the tough main stem from the broccoli and discard. Finely chop the head into florets, in 1/4-inch pieces or less. Alternatively, you can pulse the broccoli in a food processor.
Transfer the chopped broccoli to a bowl and let sit for 20 to 30 minutes if time allows to maximize the production of sulforaphane.
Add the shredded mozzarella cheese, beaten eggs, cornstarch, salt, granulated garlic, and black pepper to the broccoli; combine well.
Using a small cookie scoop, divide the mixture into approximately 24 balls, approximately 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches in diameter.
Press the mixture together in your hands so the ingredients hold a ball shape, and place on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. The balls will flatten slightly as they bake.
Serve as is, or with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Letting cut broccoli sit allows a naturally occurring enzyme called myrosinase to activate, helping maximize the production of sulforaphane, a beneficial antioxidant. Cooking cut broccoli right away can deactivate the enzyme before it fully forms. For best results, use freshly-shredded mozzarella for better melting.
Nutrition
These are estimates per serving, worked out from the ingredients.
- Calories
- 142
- Protein
- 11 g
- Carbs
- 9 g
- Fat
- 8 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
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