Lectin-Free Vegan “Cheesy” Broccoli Bites

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This Lectin-Free Vegan “Cheesy” Broccoli Bites recipe is perfect when you want a healthy and savory snack and you can make it with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

I think this is one of my most favorite snacks to make.  Sometimes I’ll make a batch and eat it all as a meal.  Sometimes I’ll add the crispy broccoli pieces on top of a salad with my Healthy Honey Mustard Dressing.

I use my Gluten-Free Vegan Bread Crumb recipe which takes less than 5 minutes to make and is great to keep on hand to make some of my healthy oven-baked recipes shown below.

You can make it with either fresh or frozen broccoli (I use both depending on what I have on hand) and either one will work.  You may have to leave them in the oven 5-10 minutes longer if you use frozen broccoli.

And although I love my olive oil (especially this brand), when baking something in the oven at a high heat, like 400 degrees in this recipe, I always use avocado oil instead of extra-virgin olive oil.

This healthy recipe is made with clean, real food ingredients and is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, lectin-free and paleo-friendly.

Want more healthy snack and side dishes? Check out Gluten-Free Vegan Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries, Gluten-Free Vegan Oven Baked Avocado Fries, Gluten-Free Vegan Oven Baked Okra Bites or my Clean Eating Cookbook with an entire chapter of 20 healthy, clean eating recipes just like this one that you will love!

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5 Fast Facts About Broccoli:*

• contains powerful anti-oxidants
• high in beta-carotene
• contains more calcium than dairy
• detoxifier that removes free radicals
• helps to regulate blood sugar and blood pressure

5 Fast Facts About Avocado Oil:*

• healthier cooking with smoke point of 500 degrees
• may help reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome
• helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels
• provides protection from cardiovascular disease
• good source of vitamin E

5 Fast Facts About Almonds (Almond Flour):*

• helps to regulate cholesterol and blood pressure
• energy booster
• loaded with calcium and fiber
• 1/4 cup contains 8 grams of vegan protein
• high in anti-oxidants

5 Fast Facts About Nutritional Yeast:*

• vegan source of vitamin B12
• contains 18 amino acids and is a complete protein
• boosts immune system
• excellent anti-oxidant
• contains 15 minerals

5 Fast Facts About Cayenne Pepper:*

• increases metabolism
• improves high blood pressure
• has anti-fungal properties
• anti-inflammatory
• circulatory stimulant which aids in detoxification

5 Fast Facts About Himalayan Pink Salt:*

• contains 84 minerals
• unrefined, unprocessed, raw
• promotes stable pH balance in cells
• controls water levels in the body
• aids digestion and facilitates better nutrient absorption

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Lectin-Free Vegan “Cheesy” Broccoli Bites

Prep 5 mins

Cook 20 mins

Total 25 mins

Author Karielyn Tillman – The Healthy Family and Home

Yield 3 cups

Vegan / Gluten-Free / Dairy-Free / Lectin-Free / Paleo-Friendly

Ingredients

For the broccoli:

• 3 cups organic broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons 100% pure avocado oil

For the seasoning:

• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 1/4 teaspoon organic ground garlic powder
• 1/8 – 1/4 teaspoon organic ground cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Prepare the seasoning:

• Add all the ingredients for the seasoning to a small bowl and stir until well combined. Adjust seasonings to your preference.  Set aside.

Prepare the broccoli:

• Add the broccoli florets to a large bowl, then drizzle the avocado oil over the top.
• Toss the broccoli until the avocado oil is evenly distributed and all pieces are covered.
• Sprinkle 1/2 the seasoning mixture on top of the broccoli pieces and gently toss until it’s evenly distributed and all pieces are covered.
• Place the seasoned broccoli pieces on a baking pan lined with parchment paper and bake at 400 degrees for approximately 10 minutes.
• Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the broccoli pieces back into the large bowl.
• Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 of the seasoning mixture on top and gently re-toss until it’s evenly distributed and all pieces are covered.
• Return the baking pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until crispy.
• Enjoy!

Notes

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