Broccoli Cheddar Cauliflower Bites with Spicy Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• 3 cups cauliflower florets, finely chopped
• 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1/3 cup yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup spicy mayo dipping sauce

Method

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, brushing it lightly with some of the olive oil.

2. 2

   Pulse the cauliflower and broccoli florets in a food processor in batches until finely chopped, resembling coarse rice.

3. 3

   Microwave the chopped cauliflower and broccoli in a covered bowl for 4 minutes, then let cool slightly.

   4:00 · Microwave vegetables
4. 4

   Transfer the vegetables to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly over the sink to remove as much moisture as possible.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, combine the squeezed vegetables, cheddar cheese, panko, beaten eggs, onion, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until evenly combined.

6. 6

   Scoop the mixture into 24 tablespoon-sized portions and pack firmly into small mounds, arranging them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.

7. 7

   Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the bites and bake until golden brown and firm, 22 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

   22:00 · Bake bites
8. 8

   Let the bites cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a platter.

   5:00 · Cool bites
9. 9

   Serve warm with the spicy dipping sauce on the side.