⏱ 30 min totalBroccoli Nuggets
Per 1 serving · 207 g · 7 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein18g24% of calories
- Carbs26g33% of calories
- Fat15g43% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Broccoli Nuggets (207 g) has 306 calories, with 18 g of protein, 26 g of carbohydrates and 15 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (43% of calories). It is high in protein (37% DV), Vitamin A (21% DV) and Vitamin C (71% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 26%, 35% and 56% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein37%
- Vitamin A21%
- Vitamin C71%
- Vitamin K80%
- Thiamine29%
- Riboflavin (B2)38%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber17%
- Vitamin E14%
- Niacin15%
- Magnesium11%
- Copper16%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium26%
- Saturated fat35%
- Cholesterol56%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
¼ package (16 oz) Broccoli
¾ large Egg
¼ cup Breadcrumbs
¼ cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ tsp, leaves Oregano
⅛ tsp Garlic powder- 🥄¹⁄₁₆ tsp Salt
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Thaw the broccoli in the microwave, then place the florets in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
- 2
Add eggs, breadcrumbs, cheese, oregano, garlic powder, and salt to the broccoli mixture. Pulse a few times until well combined.
- 3
Using a small cookie scoop, place scoops of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and gently press them down to ensure even height.
- 4
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops are golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (207 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 193 μg | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 64 mg | 71% |
| Vitamin D | 1 μg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 96 μg | 80% |
| Thiamine | 0.4 mg | 29% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.5 mg | 38% |
| Niacin | 2 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 21% |
| Folate (B9) | 131 μg | 33% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 28% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 24% |
| Choline | 136 mg | 25% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 329 mg | 33% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 374 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 45 mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 311 mg | 44% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 22% |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 27% |
| Selenium | 30 μg | 54% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 23 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 1 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 717 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.2 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 10 μg | — |
| Fructose | 2 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 4 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 0.4 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 1 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 1 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.4 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 4 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 2 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 132 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 16 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.1 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 1 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.3 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 1 μg | — |
Burning 306 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 58minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 37minCycling (moderate)
- 26minRunning (6 mph)
- 43minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Broccoli Nuggets?
One serving of Broccoli Nuggets (1 serving) has 306 calories, which works out to 148 calories per 100 g. That is about 15% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are Broccoli Nuggets high in protein?
It provides a solid 18 g of protein per serving (37% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 24% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are Broccoli Nuggets keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 21 g of net carbs and 33% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Broccoli Nuggets?
606 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Broccoli Nuggets?
3.4 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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