Broccoli Tots
featured in 7 Ways to Make Vegetables Tastier
A healthy and delicious twist on tater tots, made with nutrient-rich broccoli and crispy breadcrumbs, perfect as a side or snack.
May 14, 2023
94% would make again
Under 30 minutes

Under 30 minutes
Ingredients
for 15 tots
- 12 oz broccoli (340 g), cut into small florets
- ¼ cup scallions (25 g), thinly sliced
- 2 cloves large garlic, finely diced
- ⅔ cup shredded cheddar cheese (70 g)
- 1 egg, beaten
- ⅔ cup bread crumbs (75 g)
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha, optional but recommended
Nutrition Info
- Calories 96
- Fat 3g
- Carbs 11g
- Fiber 1g
- Sugar 1g
- Protein 4g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Aggressively season with salt. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for about two minutes.
- Drain and finely chop the cooked broccoli.
- In a mixing bowl, add broccoli, scallions, garlic, cheddar, egg, and bread crumbs. Optional: Add hot sauce of choice. Mix well and chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Spray a nonstick baking sheet with nonstick spray. Shape the mixture into tot shapes and spread them evenly on the sheet.
- Bake for 8–9 minutes. Flip and then bake for an additional 8–9 minutes on the other side until golden brown.
- Enjoy!
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