These easy keto broccoli tots are a delicious, nutritious snack or side with any entree. The whole family will love, even the non low carbers. Just 5 net carbs per serving!
Easy Keto Broccoli Tots
If you’re looking for a really tasty low-carb savory snack or even breakfast, these Keto Broccoli Tots are a favorite. They’re great for both adults and kids so if you need to fuel the whole household in one easy meal, whip up a big batch and watch everyone dive in!
You can use fresh or frozen broccoli and can customize the dip to suit your mood. Pack into lunchboxes for a healthy on- the- go snack.
What to Serve with Broccoli Tots
I've got lots of easy entrees that would be perfect with a side of broccoli tots.
Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Thighs
Sheet Pan Cilantro Lime Chicken
How to Make Keto Broccoli Tots
Ingredients
Broccoli florets, eggs, Parmesan, Mozzarella, almond flour or see FAQs below to make it nut free, Italian seasoning, garlic and onion powder, salt and pepper, smoked paprika and olive oil.
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400F / 200C / 180fan.
Place the broccoli florets in a steamer in a large pan filled with a little water and steam for 3 - 5 minutes on a medium heat until el-dente.
Option to use frozen broccoli (timings may vary slightly so cook until just crisp with a bite). Option to simmer in 1 inch of water if you don’t have a steamer but just until the broccoli is el-dente, not mushy.
Drain if boiling or remove from the steamer and allow to cool. Pat dry with paper towels, more important if you’ve boiled it.
Step 2
Chop the florets really small with a sharp knife.
Place the chopped broccoli in a mixing bowl with all other ingredients (except the olive oil) and mix with your hands to combine.
Step 3
Use a small ice cream scoop (2 inch head diameter) to form into balls and then shape into little logs with your fingers.
Place on a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper and spray with about 4 - 5 squirts of olive oil per broccoli tot. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes until golden.
Optional to serve with sugar-free ketchup, Greek yogurt or sour cream.
Keto Broccoli Tots FAQS
Can these broccoli tots be frozen?
Yes these keto broccoli tots can be frozen for up to 2 months. simply bake, cool completely and place into an airtight container in your freezer.
Can I swap out the almond flour?
Yes you can make these broccoli tots nut free by swapping the same amount used in the recipe with sunflower seed flour.
Can I make these dairy free?
Yes you can make these broccoli tots dairy free by replacing the grated parmesan with nutritional yeast and the mozzarella with a dairy free alternative.
Can I air fry these broccoli tots?
Yes you can air fry these broccoli tots. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees. Place a piece of parchment paper on your basket.
Add half the tots or as many as will fit without overcrowding. Air fry for 10 minutes, flip over and air fry another 5 minutes or until golden brown.
Keto Broccoli Tots
Keto Broccoli Tots
Ingredients
- 10.5 ounces broccoli florets
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup almond flour or sunflower seed flour for nut free
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅓ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (or a pinch of chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil to cook
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F / 200C / 180fan.
- Place the broccoli florets in a steamer in a large pan filled with a little water and steam for 3 - 5 minutes on a medium heat until el-dente. Option to use frozen broccoli (timings may vary slightly so cook until just crisp with a bite). Option to simmer in 1 inch of water if you don’t have a steamer but just until the broccoli is el-dente, not mushy. Drain if boiling or remove from the steamer and allow to cool. Pat dry with paper towels, more important if you’ve boiled it.
- Chop the florets really small with a sharp knife.
- Place the chopped broccoli in a mixing bowl with all other ingredients (except the olive oil) and mix with your hands to combine.
- Use a small ice cream scoop (2 inch head diameter) to form into balls and then shape into little logs with your fingers. This should make 12 tots.
- Place on a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper and spray with about 4 - 5 squirts of olive oil per broccoli tot.
- Bake for 20 - 25 minutes until golden.
- Optional: Serve with sugar-free ketchup, Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Storage: Tupperware in the fridge for 3 days or freezer for 2 months
Notes
Nutrition
About Brenda
Brenda Bennett is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, certified Sugar Detox Coach, certified Keto Coach and certified Life Coach. She has been Sugar Free & Refined carb free for 17 years and has written 2 cookbooks, Sugar-Free Mom, and Naturally Keto and her 3rd book The 30-Day Sugar Elimination Diet, is a four part program to help you detox from sugar, eliminate cravings, balance blood sugar and lose weight all while eating a delicious, nutrient dense whole foods. Meal plan offers two tracks to follow, low carb or keto. She is the founder of the Sugar Free Fresh Start course and Sugar Free Tribe weight loss membership. Learn more.
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