In my recent attempt to eat ‘somewhat healthy’, I have been trying to incorporate more veggies in our diet.
Now, although I like to call myself a ‘food lover’, I was a very picky eater as a kid and this trait has since then somewhat continued in my adult life. There are some vegetables that I just cannot shove down my throat – broccoli being on top of that list with cauliflower coming to a close second. ?
Now although I’ mot a fan of broccoli, it has tons of health benefits – some of which will really amaze you!
If you are keen on learning more, you should check out these 43 Science-Backed Healthy Benefits of Broccoli. I’m pretty sure that after reading it, you’ll start eating this veggie even more.
So the other day as I was browsing through Pinterest, I came across a recipe but wasn’t convinced I will like it… I mean if I know something has broccoli in it, I already have a big frown on my face.
Nonetheless, I decided to give it a try and was pleasantly surprised by the results! It was so easy plus it doesn’t scream ‘broccoli’ to me. ? Warm, cheesy and delicious… a clear winner I say!
All you have to do is steam some broccoli, then add in cheese and a little seasoning, form them into bite-size patties and let the oven do the baking! How easy is that, right?
Ingredients
- 1. Broccoli florets - 3 cups
- 2. Shredded Cheddar Cheese - 1 cup
- 3. Egg - 1
- 4. Bread Crumbs - 1 1/4 cup
- 5. Paprika - 1 tsp
- 6. Garlic Powder - 1 tsp
- 7. Salt & Pepper - as per taste
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven at 375 F. Steam the broccoli just until it is tender.
- Put the steamed broccoli in a medium sized bowl and lightly mash it up with a fork or cut it into small pieces with a knife. Add 1 cup bread crumbs, cheese, egg (slightly beaten) and all the seasonings. Mix till they are combined well.
- Form small balls or patties with your hand. Take the remaining bread crumbs and lightly coat the patties with them. Place it on a greased baking tray or cover it with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25 min. (Flip them after 10 minutes.) Your broccoli bites are done! Serve warm with ranch or ketchup. (You can even shallow fry them in a pan if you want but baking makes it all the more healthy)
Notes
You can use frozen, thawed broccoli too but I prefer using fresh broccoli and steaming it. Shredded Parmesan Cheese can be used instead of Cheddar Cheese and you can slightly reduce or increase the quantity of cheese as per your taste.
If you share a similar dislike towards this veggie the way I do, you gotta give this a try – you won’t really know it has broccoli in it ? And if you like broccoli, well then.. what are you waiting for? It’s a great way to sneak in this protein + fibre filled veggie in your diet, especially for kids who are fussy eaters.
Don’t forget to check out the 43 amazing Science-Backed Health Benefits of Broccoli to learn more about this unique veggie.
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XOXO
OldCountryGirl
March 8, 2016Sounds yummy. I had to laugh, since this is pretty similar to my last post. I like your idea to bake them a lot!
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Hahaa.. Omg I just saw your last post (I think I missed it in my reader for some reason) It is indeed funny that it is almost same lol. Thanks a lot for checking out my post 🙂
OldCountryGirl
March 8, 2016You are very welcome!
Antonia
March 8, 2016Looks delicious! I think my little ones would eat these without complaints 😀
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Haha I’m sure they will 🙂 thanks a lot!
Book Club Mom
March 8, 2016I already like broccoli so this looks even better! Looks kid friendly too, always a consideration!
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Yes kid friendly for sure! Since you already like broccoli, I’m sure you will love this recipe. Thanks a lot! XoXo
Miriam
March 8, 2016This sounds so simple yet delicious. Will definitely give it a try.
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Yup so simple and yummy! Thanks a lot Miriam! ?
Miriam
March 8, 2016My pleasure. Can’t wait to make it, just need to buy some broccoli.
AppetiteDeluxe
March 8, 2016I’m trying these tonight lol
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016that’s cool!! I’m sure you’ll like them???
Arcane Owl
March 8, 2016Looks yummy and delicious!
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Thanks a lot.. They were definitely very tasty ?
Arcane Owl
March 8, 2016Will love to try some day 🙂
Lynz Real Cooking
March 8, 2016So yummy looking Shamira!
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016I really loved them Lynn.. It makes me happy that I can finally eat broccoli this way lol ?
Lynz Real Cooking
March 8, 2016yes so nice!
anroworld
March 8, 2016Nice idea, I love vegetables, so my tongue won’t be capricious! He will enjoy it.
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Thanks a ton Ann!! ?
Rose
March 8, 2016That looks yummy!
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Thanks a lot Rose!!
CHICHIALAMODE
March 8, 2016I love this recipe it’s right up my street cos I’m trying to increase my fibre intake & eat a wider variety of veg – the more recipes like this the better! I can use GF crumbs for an easy swap too – thanks they look lush?
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Thank you so much.. I’m the same.. Always looking ways to incorporate more veggies in the diet ? Have a wonderful week ahead. XoXo
CHICHIALAMODE
March 8, 2016Same to you, you have a great week ?
apuginthekitchen
March 8, 2016I love this. Broccoli and cheese totether in this little patty sounds so good.
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Yup.. it converted a non-broccoli eater like me into eating it 😉
anotherfoodieblogger
March 8, 2016I would eat these in a heartbeat! But then again, I like broccoli to start with. They look very appetizing! 🙂
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Hahaa since you already like broccoli, you will love them for sure 🙂 Thanks a lot!
Alok Singhal
March 8, 2016Just the look itself got me excited ?
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016?Thanks a lot Alok
The Roadtrip Cowgirl
March 8, 2016I already love Broccoli too, so these sound fabulous and look sooooooo tasty! I had a chuckle reading as it’s always fun when you can find a way to ‘sneak’ in a veggie that you don’t like and it turns out great! I’m like that with mushrooms… yuk! As long as I cut them up tiny and I don’t notice them, I’m okay with them (just don’t make me eat mushroom soup as that’s much harder to hide haha). Thanks for sharing your recipe, can’t wait to try these!
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Hahaha and you know what? I love mushrooms.. It’s funny how everyone has some veggie that they dislike ? and I definitely love it when we can sneak in that most hated veggie in some recipe ?Thanks a lot for checking out my post.. I appreciate your comment a lot! Have a wonderful week ahead!
Sakthi
March 8, 2016Healthy one!!! Looks crunchy outside and softer inside!!!
Smiling Notes
March 8, 2016Yes definitely healthy.. And so soft and from the inside. Thanks a lot Satkhi!
Sakthi
March 8, 2016Good to know 🙂 Hope all should eat veg food and stay healthy 🙂 Thank you too 🙂
Lifestylebites3
March 9, 2016Sometimes a simple recipe can make such a difference with a little twist and here, the idea of baked broccoli worked out really well.
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Yes very true my dear ?
MyCulinarySaga
March 9, 2016So delicious 🙂 love it!
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Thnxx a ton Trupti! ?
lynne hoareau
March 9, 2016These sound yummy and look so delicious. 🙂
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Yes indeed Lynne.. Thanks a ton ?
Lina
March 9, 2016Broccoli and cheese seem like a good combination! Great recipe
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Yup they turned out yummy ?
Simply Splendid Food
March 9, 2016I’m so glad I found this recipe. I like the addition of paprika! Oven roasted delights!
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Thanks a lot! I added Paprika as I thought just salt and pepper would make it a little bland. Oven roasted delights for sure ?
Chitra Jagadish
March 9, 2016Love broccoli in any form -these looks so adorable…. 🙂 🙂
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Glad you liked my post Chitra 🙂
Karen
March 9, 2016love broccoli so I know I would enjoy them but I think you could get anyone to eat broccoli if it’s made like that.
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Hahaa that is so true Karen! It converted a non broccoli eater like me to loving that veggie ?
Karen
March 9, 2016😀
ilkasblog
March 9, 2016Love these veggie patties as a delicious meatless alternative. If you want to share it on Sunday at Fitness & Food Link-Up we would love to have you! :):)
Smiling Notes
March 11, 2016Thanks a lot for your sweet words of appreciation! They are definitely a great meatless alternative! Will love to share it on your food-link up on Sunday! 🙂 xoxo
Freda @ Aromatic essence
March 9, 2016These look so yummy , Shamira!
Smiling Notes
March 9, 2016Thanks a lot Freda ?
Love Served Daily
March 9, 2016That sounds delicious
Smiling Notes
March 10, 2016It indeed was Ritu.. Thanks ?
annie's beauty...
March 10, 2016they look so delicious! 😀 xx, Annie | Annie’s Beauty
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Sadie's Nest
March 10, 2016I love broccoli and cheese! These look fantastic!
Smiling Notes
March 10, 2016Thanks a ton Sadie ?
Sharvari (Mumbai to Melbourne)
March 10, 2016looks yumm girl. great to use broccoli and baking them is a fab idea.
http://www.mumbaitomelbourne.com/food-and-health-blog-posts/mexican-mint-and-ginger-prawn-skewers-with-black-bean-salad
Smiling Notes
March 10, 2016Thanks a lot Sharvari! They were indeed too yumm! 😉 xoxo
bhumi
March 11, 2016Brocolli & cheese can never go wrong…loved it…
Smiling Notes
March 11, 2016That’s true my dear.. Thanks a lot ?
Liz
March 11, 2016What an awesome way to use broccoli. They look most delicious!
Smiling Notes
March 11, 2016Thanks a lot Liz.. They were indeed good ?
reimerandruby
March 11, 2016Looks yum! This is a great recipe to introduce broccoli to kids. Thanks for sharing! #FabFridayPost
Smiling Notes
March 11, 2016Thanks a lot for your sweet comment and for hosting ?
Nicole @ The Professional Mom Project
March 11, 2016Looks like a great recipe for getting kids to eat broccoli. I bet you could also try making them with cauliflower or a mix of veggies as well. Pinning to try later this weekend!
Smiling Notes
March 11, 2016Thanks a ton Nicole! Making it with other veggies like cauliflower does sound like an excellent idea! Will give it a try soon ?
tammymum
March 13, 2016Oh I do like the look of them. Definitely one to try #fabfridaypost xx
Smiling Notes
March 13, 2016Oh I’m so glad you liked them.. Thanks a ton!!
Jessica
March 14, 2016These look SO GOOD!!
Smiling Notes
March 14, 2016Thanks a lot.. they were indeed delicious! 🙂
ethannevelyn.com
March 14, 2016Oh Wow! This is going to be an absolutely WIN-WIN in our house. Everyone here loves both broccoli and cheese! Thank you so much for linking with us on #FabFridayPost
ethannevelyn.com
March 14, 2016p.s. I have to pin too! 🙂
Smiling Notes
March 14, 2016Thanks again… You are really sweet ?
Smiling Notes
March 14, 2016I’m so glad you liked it and thanks a lot for hosting! Happy to share ?
Rhonda Sittig
March 15, 2016Good job making broccoli so appealing!! looks delish!
Smiling Notes
March 15, 2016Thanks a lot Rhonda!! ? xoxo
The Hungry Mum
March 16, 2016I am SO making these on the weekend – bet even fussy miss8 would love them.
Smiling Notes
March 16, 2016I’m so glad you liked them.. Thanks a ton!!
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Angela
March 17, 2016These Broccoli Bites look quick, easy, & Delicious!!! I am looking forward to making them, as I think my kids will enjoy them 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing at the Sunday Fitness & Food Link-Up. Hope you join again this Sunday!
Smiling Notes
March 17, 2016Thanks a lot for giving the opportunity to share Angela!
ilkasblog
March 17, 2016Tweeted, pinned and stumbled:):) Yum!
Smiling Notes
March 17, 2016That is so cool! Thanks a ton!!! ? xoxo
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Jess DiGiannurio
March 22, 2016I’ll take a plate of these stat please and thank you! Looks so yummy, totally pinning! Have a great day xo
That Tiny Giant
April 5, 2016Oh yum!
Smiling Notes
April 5, 2016Thnxx ?
vinneve
May 6, 2016I will try this! Thanks 🙂
Smiling Notes
May 6, 2016Thanks a lot.. I’m sure you’ll love it ??