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Crispy and Comforting Broccoli Cheese Tops
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Crispy and Comforting Broccoli Cheese Tops [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Broccoli cheese tops are vegetables disguised as something you would order at a fast food place! This is great to serve as appetizers, and awesome for kids, too!

Ingredients You Need for Crispy and Comforting Broccoli Cheese Tops [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

  • 1 head broccoli
  • 1 tablespoon of chia seed
  • 3 tablespoons of water
  • 1 finely chopped onion
  • 1 finely chopped garlic
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon flour salt
  • 1/2 cup corn flour
  • 3 and a half-ounces of violife vegan cheese
  • Coconut oil for frying
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How to Prepare Crispy and Comforting Broccoli Cheese Tops [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

  1. Start letting chia seeds draw water for 10 minutes.
  2. Divide the broccoli into smaller bouquets, cut the stick into slices and chop it nicely (possibly in a food processor).
  3. Heat a pan to medium heat, add coconut oil and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and add another 1 min.
  5. Add spices and broccoli and simmer for 4 minutes.
  6. Bring the fried mixture into a bowl and add the chia mixture, cheese and corn flour. Turn it well together.
  7. Turn on the oven at 400°F and put baking paper on a baking sheet.
  8. Form the broccoli mix to 12 balls and place them on the baking sheet.
  9. Bake broccoli cheese bites for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.

Nutritional Information

Per Serving: Calories: 64 | Carbs: 7g | Fat: 4g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 83mg | Sugar: 1g

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Comments:

  1. Why say “allow chia seeds to absorb water” instead of saying “add chia seeds to the specified amount of water”?

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