Vegan Baked Cauliflower Bites
Ingredients:
1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
1 cup vegan shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup nutritional yeast (for a cheesy flavor)
1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or panko (ensure they are vegan)
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water (as an egg substitute)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Coating: In a large bowl, combine the vegan shredded cheddar cheese, nutritional yeast, whole wheat breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Prepare the Flax Eggs: In a separate bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it thickens.
Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret into the flax egg mixture, then roll in the cheese and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Bake the Cauliflower: Place the coated cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower bites are golden brown and crispy.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your vegan cheesy cauliflower bites!
Tips to Keep the Points Low:
Use vegan reduced-fat cheese: Opt for reduced-fat vegan cheddar cheese to lower the fat content.
Choose whole wheat breadcrumbs: Whole wheat breadcrumbs are higher in fiber and can be more filling, helping to keep points lower.
Portion control: Stick to the suggested serving size to manage points.
Nutritional Information (per serving, makes approximately 6 servings):
Calories: 120 (approximate, will vary based on specific brands of vegan cheese and breadcrumbs used)
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fat: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Enjoy your vegan cheesy cauliflower bites!
Ingredients:
1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
1 cup vegan shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup nutritional yeast (for a cheesy flavor)
1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or panko (ensure they are vegan)
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water (as an egg substitute)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Coating: In a large bowl, combine the vegan shredded cheddar cheese, nutritional yeast, whole wheat breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Prepare the Flax Eggs: In a separate bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it thickens.
Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret into the flax egg mixture, then roll in the cheese and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Bake the Cauliflower: Place the coated cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower bites are golden brown and crispy.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your vegan cheesy cauliflower bites!
Tips to Keep the Points Low:
Use vegan reduced-fat cheese: Opt for reduced-fat vegan cheddar cheese to lower the fat content.
Choose whole wheat breadcrumbs: Whole wheat breadcrumbs are higher in fiber and can be more filling, helping to keep points lower.
Portion control: Stick to the suggested serving size to manage points.
Nutritional Information (per serving, makes approximately 6 servings):
Calories: 120 (approximate, will vary based on specific brands of vegan cheese and breadcrumbs used)
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fat: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Enjoy your vegan cheesy cauliflower bites!