Broccoli Cauli Rice Bites

These Broccoli Cauli Rice Bites are nutritious and perfect for teething babies. Packed with soft, tender broccoli and cauliflower "rice," these bites offer a fun and easy-to-hold snack for little hands. Made with minimal ingredients, they are simple to prepare and full of veggie goodness.

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Broccoli Cauli Rice Bites
Suitable from
Finger foods (BLW)

Medium to prepare

Total time
30min

15 min prep

Makes
3servings

adjustable below

Iron
0.3mg

per serving

Common allergens

Egg, Milk, WheatIntroduce one at a time.

Ingredients

3 servings
  • Broccoli, raw1 cup
  • Cauliflower1 cup
  • Egg1
  • Mozzarella cheese1/4 cup, shredded
  • Breadcrumbs1/4 cup

Steps

  1. Prep the Ingredients: On a cutting board, finely chop the broccoli and cauliflower florets into rice-sized pieces. If using fresh florets, ensure they are small enough for easy mixing and shaping.

  2. Mix the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cauliflower, grated cheese, breadcrumbs, and the egg. Mix well with a spoon until everything is evenly combined. The mixture should be moist and sticky enough to hold its shape when formed into balls.

  3. Shape the Bites: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture (about a tablespoon each) and roll them into bite-sized balls. Place them on the prepared baking tray.

  4. Bake the Bites: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the bites are firm and lightly golden on the outside. The inside should be soft but hold together well.

  5. Cool and Serve: Let the Broccoli Cauli Rice Bites cool for a few minutes before serving to your baby. Ensure they are cool enough to handle safely for little hands.

Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from USDA data for the ingredients above.

Calories
35kcal
Protein
2.3g
Fat
1.3g
Carbs
3.7g
Calories from
  • Carbs42%
  • Protein26%
  • Fat33%

Ingredient health benefits

🧠 Brain development
👀 Eyesight
🚽 Digestion
🦵 Cellular growth
💊 Supporting nutrition absorption
✨ Anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant
💭 Cognitive and neurodevelopmental
🦴 Bone health
🦠 Immune system
🤲 Skin health
🔥 Energy

General associations for these ingredients, not claims about this recipe.

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Nutrition Facts

Estimated · 3 servings per recipe

Amount per serving

Calories

35

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1.3g2%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 24.6mg8%
Sodium 74.0mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 3.7g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g2%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Incl. Added Sugars 0.1g0%
Protein 2.3g5%
Vitamin D 0.1mcg1%
Calcium 35mg3%
Iron 0.3mg2%
Potassium 81mg2%
Vitamin C 14.5mg16%
Vitamin K 12.0mcg10%
Vitamin B6 0.0mg3%
Vitamin B12 0.1mcg4%
Folate 18mcg4%
Zinc 0.2mg2%
Choline 26mg5%

Estimated from USDA ingredient data. %DV uses the adult 2,000-calorie reference — children’s needs differ.