Baked Broccoli Tots, GF

By MaryEllen

Who doesn't love tots? Instead of frozen tots, give this fresh, healthier option a try. You can even add your favorite herbs like cilantro or rosemary, and dunk them into your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 cups or 12 ounces uncooked or frozen broccoli
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup diced yellow onion
• 1/3 cup cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup GF panko breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup GF Italian breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons parsley (or cilantro or rosemary)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Details

Adapted from ymcatriangle.org

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a baking sheet with a thin layer of oil or line with parchment paper and set aside.

Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 1 minute then remove and shock with cold tap water to stop the cooking process. Drain well.
Chop broccoli finely and mix thoroughly with the egg, onions, cheddar, breadcrumbs, and seasoning. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of the mix using an ice-cream scoop or your hands and gently press between your hands into a firm ball, then shape into a tater-tot shape. It helps to wash your hands after every few tots to keep them from sticking onto your hands. Next, place on your prepared baking sheet.

Bake until golden brown and crispy, 18-24 minutes, turning halfway. Remove from the oven and enjoy hot with ketchup, sriracha, ranch dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce!