Want to enjoy some healthy bites for a mid-afternoon treat? Then, these Broccoli Bites are just for you!!
INGREDIENTS:
• 1 flax egg, 1 tablespoon flax meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water
• 2 ½ cups broccoli floret(375 g)
• 2 cups quinoa(340 g), cooked
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ⅓ cup nutritional yeast(15 g)
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ cup all-purpose flour(65 g)
• ketchup, for serving
PREPARATION:
• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• To make the flax egg, combine the flax meal and water in a small bowl and set aside.
• Over high heat, bring a small pot of water to a boil.
• Add the broccoli florets and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until tender.
• Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a cutting board.
• Finely chop florets to the consistency of rice.
• Transfer the broccoli to a medium bowl and add the quinoa, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, nutritional yeast, baking powder, flax egg, and flour. Stir well until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
• Use your hands to form bite-sized patties, about 1½-2 tablespoons each.
• Place the bites on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• Serve with ketchup (optional).
Serve and love them as much as we do! Oh, and a big shoutout to @tastyvegetarian for the recipe!