Description
These Broccoli Cheese Balls are a delicious way to enjoy vegetables. They are cheesy, crunchy, and packed with flavor, making them a great snack or appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed and chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until combined.
- Scoop small portions of the mixture and form them into balls.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle with olive oil or spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs. You can mix in other vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 balls
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg