Veggie Bites

Health score
12%
Veggie Bites

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than these delightful Veggie Bites! Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. In just 27 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering dish that serves four, making it perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner.

Imagine tender, fresh vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and bell peppers, all coated in a light, crispy batter that’s baked to perfection. The combination of melted butter and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a rich, savory touch that elevates these bites to a whole new level. Plus, with only 260 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is simple and fun to make. It’s a fantastic way to incorporate more veggies into your diet while satisfying your cravings for something crunchy and flavorful. Serve these Veggie Bites alongside your favorite main dishes or enjoy them as a tasty snack. Get ready to impress your taste buds and those of your guests with this delightful side dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoons water 
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cups bell pepper fresh green red such as broccoli flowerets or cauliflowerets, 1/4-inch carrot slices, 1/2-inch zucchini slices, 1/2-inch strips or bell pepper
  • serving parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 450°F.
  2. Brush bottom of rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches, with about 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
  3. Beat egg and water with fork in shallow dish.
  4. Mix flour and salt in shallow dish.
  5. Dip about one-fourth of the vegetables into egg mixture.
  6. Remove 1 piece at a time with slotted spoon, fork or hands; roll in flour mixture to coat.
  7. Place in pan.
  8. Repeat with remaining vegetables.
  9. Pour remaining butter carefully over each vegetable piece and into pan.
  10. Bake uncovered 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, until vegetables are tender and coating is light golden brown; drain.
  11. Sprinkle lightly with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories260kcal
Protein9.3%
Fat64.01%
Carbs26.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.75
Glycemic Load
9.56
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.383478226869%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:259.56kcal
12.98%
Fat:18.75g
28.85%
Saturated Fat:4.73g
29.59%
Carbohydrates:17.6g
5.87%
Net Carbohydrates:15.61g
5.68%
Sugar:3.22g
3.57%
Cholesterol:47.44mg
15.81%
Sodium:619.36mg
26.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.13g
12.26%
Vitamin C:95.4mg
115.63%
Vitamin A:3133.52IU
62.67%
Folate:68.67µg
17.17%
Selenium:11.37µg
16.25%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.16%
Vitamin E:1.93mg
12.84%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.51%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.41%
Phosphorus:109.93mg
10.99%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.01%
Calcium:85.95mg
8.59%
Vitamin B3:1.67mg
8.35%
Fiber:1.99g
7.95%
Iron:1.27mg
7.08%
Potassium:210.9mg
6.03%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.13%
Zinc:0.76mg
5.09%
Magnesium:16.92mg
4.23%
Vitamin K:3.86µg
3.67%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.63%
Copper:0.05mg
2.34%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.72%