Broccoli Tater Tots are one of those appetizers that you will be putting on repeat in your snack rotation. Gluten free, low carb, full of flavor and a fun way to get some veggies into your diet.
Broccoli Tater Tots are a delightful side dish worth of your next get-together, game day or even just because.
Broccoli Tater Tots 101
Healthy. Easy. Oh so good! Some details:
What are broccoli tater tots made of? It’s not really such a secret, it’s in the name. Broccoli. Green, delicious broccoli. You’ll also need eggs, Parmesan, almond flour, garlic, salt and pepper. These flavors really come together for crisp, flavorful tots.
We love broccoli so much in our household. This oven baked broccoli is another bomb diggity bomb delicious side dish for your picky broccoli eaters.
How long will broccoli last? Refrigerated and tightly covered. Making sure to avoid trapping in moisture and pushing it against the refrigerator wall – anyone elses fridge like to eat their vegetables? Just me?). Cooked broccoli will last 3-5 days. As with other tater tots, these are best reheated in the oven to help restore their signature crispness.
Can these broccoli tots be frozen? If you want to enjoy these later, good news. You can! Put your tots on a baking sheet (on parchment paper) and freeze uncovered, then put in a freezer bag. When it’s time to bake, you can put your frozen tots on a tray and put directly into the oven.
Can these broccoli tater tots be made ahead of time? Absolutely, you can prepare ahead of time to bring your A-game for these tots. You can store the mix in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking.
Much like other alternative versions of tater tots, the healthier alternatives are about looking at the nutritional values.
These tots offer less fat, more fiber and Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium and Iron. The calories are on par with traditional tater tots.
There are other recipes that use cauliflower instead. We prefer these tots for their flavor, but also as a sneaky way to get green veggies in.
Perfect for little ones who are stubborn about broccoli. Bring them over to the broccoli side. 🙂 It’s one thing when a food will transcend adulthood and eating healthy, but it’s another when you can get littles in on the action. We LOVE these tots for this.
What to serve with your tots
There are a few options that pair well conventional tater tots as well as our broccoli tater tots.
Ketchup is an easy go-to that everyone can enjoy.
You can also use other condiments are a dip, including honey mustard, spicy mayo, ranch or even nacho cheese.
Our personal favorite is spicy mayonnaise for a little kick. Sometimes we make our own with chipotle and mayo, heavy on the chipotle. There’s just something about a zesty bite that makes these broccoli tater tots heavenly.
Pro tip: If you’re making these tots for a party, it’s fun to bring an assortment of dips so everyone can enjoy based on their flavor preferences.
Other recipes you might enjoy:
Easy Caprese salad
Parmesan Cheese Crisps
Prosciutto wrapped melon
Broccoli Tater Tots Recipe
Snacks
Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
American
Broccoli Tater Tots are one of those appetizers that you will be putting on repeat in your snack rotation. Gluten free, full of flavor and a fun way to get some veggies into your diet.
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or any dairy-free cheese alternative can work)
4 Tablespoons almond flour
2 cloves of garlic, minced
Salt and Pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare baking sheet by lining with parchment paper.
2. Quickly blanch the chopped broccoli in boiling water for 1 minute. Remove and immediately run under cold water to stop cooking. Drain all water from broccoli.
3. Finely chop the broccoli. Add to bowl and mix with eggs, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic and salt and pepper.
4. Scoop 1.5 tablespoons of mixture and gently form a tater-tot shaped ball. Place onto prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake 10 minutes, turning them over and bake for a remaining 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
6. Enjoy with ketchup, ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Author: Linnie
Nutrition Information:
Serving size: 1 tot Calories: 37 Other nutrition information: Total Fat: 2.3g , Saturated Fat: .7g , Cholesterol: 26mg , Sodium: 56mg , Potassium: 89mg , Total Carb: 1.9g , Fiber: .9g , Sugars: .5g , Protein: 2.9g
They offer a nutritious boost by incorporating broccoli, which is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Additionally, when made with whole food ingredients and baked, they provide a healthier alternative to the often fried and heavily processed potato-based tots.
6 pieces of broccoli tots contains 130 Calories, 16 grams of carbs, 3 grams of protein, and 6 grams of fat. This has a moderate calorie density, with 153 Calories per 100g.
Tater tots are probably one of the most satisfying ways to eat potatoes. Sadly though, the bite-sized cousin of the French fry isn't exactly in the running for top health foods. A nine-piece serving of tots packs upwards of 160 calories. And odds are good you might eat way more than that in one sitting.
Broccolini is a vegetable hybrid; first created in 1993, it's a cross between broccoli and Chinese broccoli. ... Compared to the bitter flavor of regular broccoli, Broccolini is more mild, with a sweet, earthy taste. And while it can be eaten raw, Broccolini is best when cooked.
Sometimes referred to as "baby broccoli," it's actually a hybrid vegetable. Broccolini is a cross between broccoli and Chinese broccoli (also called gai lan or Chinese kale). It looks a lot like Chinese broccoli—the stalks are long and lean—but instead of big leaves, it has florets more like common broccoli.
Broccolini is a cross between broccoli and Chinese broccoli, and also belongs to the cabbage family. Broccolini have long, firm stalks (thinner and more tender than those of broccoli), a few small leaves and small florets.
Cauliflower tots are arguably less healthy than tater tots
But take a look at the serving size: Six pieces of Green Giant (21.67 calories per tot) as opposed to nine pieces (16.67 calories per tot) for the taters.
Traditional tater tots are often considered a less healthy option due to their high-fat content from deep-frying and added preservatives. However, you can make healthier versions by baking or air-frying them with minimal oil.
Nutrition: Our product is picked at the peak of perfection® and flash-frozen after harvesting. The nutritional value and flavor are preserved by freezing. This locks in the valuable vitamins and minerals that can be decreased in fresh produce over time as it makes its way to stores and waits to be purchased.
Filled with Sweet Potato and Cauliflower, our Veggie Tots are a great alternative to potato tots & fries. There is one full serving of vegetables in each serving with no artificial flavors or preservatives. Available in the frozen aisle.
Tater tots are made from grated deep-fried potato. The fact they are grated, means there is more surface area to soak up the frying oil compared to french fries, making the tater tots fattier by comparison.
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