How to Make Little Broccoli Bites - A Step-by-Step Guide

Broccoli is often a vegetable that gets a bad rap, especially from kids who tend to turn their noses up at anything green and leafy. However, with the right recipe and a little creativity, broccoli can be transformed into a delicious and irresistible snack or appetizer. One such recipe is for Little Broccoli Bites, a savory and satisfying treat that will have even the pickiest eaters asking for seconds.

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Ingredients

  • 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups dry bread crumbs
  • ½ cup margarine, softened
  • ¼ cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 60 bites

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook broccoli according to package directions. Drain, and cool.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, onion, parsley, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Stir in the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, margarine and milk. Mix in the broccoli last. Let the mixture stand for about 10 minutes. It should thicken, but if not, add a little more bread crumbs. Roll the mixture into small balls, and arrange on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until firm and lightly toasted.
  • Nutrition

    136 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 296mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 121mg