Description
These Broccoli Tater Tots are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with sneaky greens! A fun, kid-friendly way to enjoy veggies—perfect for snacking, dipping, or a healthy side dish. #broccolitots #healthysnacks #vegetablerecipes #kidfriendlysnack #toddlerfood #bakedsnacks
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, steamed and finely chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Steam the broccoli until tender, then finely chop or pulse in a food processor until rice-sized.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheddar, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and shape into small tots using your hands. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with ketchup, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Freeze before baking for up to 2 months—just bake from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes.
- Swap cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack for a flavor twist.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tots
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg