Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls Recipe
These cheesy broccoli balls are the perfect combination of healthy and delicious. They are baked instead of fried, making them a lighter option that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked broccoli finely chopped (about 400g/13 oz raw broccoli)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup shredded cheese Cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite cheese
- 2 green onions finely sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Black pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Garlic Lemon Yogurt Sauce
- 2/3 cup plain yogurt
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 garlic clove minced
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, eggs, cheese, green onions, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well, mashing the broccoli slightly to help bind the mixture.
- Form the balls: Scoop out a heaping tablespoon of the mixture and form it into a ball. Place the balls on the prepared baking tray.
- Bake: Lightly spray the balls with olive oil and bake for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Serve the broccoli cheese balls hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Garlic Lemon Yogurt Sauce
- Mix the sauce: Combine all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and let it sit for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.