Homemade Veggie Nuggets and Chips

  • Preparation Time Icon
    10-15 mins prep
  • Cooking Time icon
    22-24 mins cooking time
  • Number of Servings Icon
    Serves 2
MEDIUM
DIFFICULTY
Homemade Veggie Nuggets and Chips

Give teatime a healthy and delicious twist with this spinach veggie nuggets recipe, perfectly paired with McCain Lighter Home Chips. These crispy, golden nuggets are packed with nutritious spinach and bursting with flavour, making them a hit with kids and adults alike. Serve them alongside McCain Lighter Home Chips, which offer the same great taste with 30% less fat, for a wholesome and satisfying meal that’s quick and easy to prepare. Ideal for busy weeknights, this simple recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a guilt-free family favourite.

INGREDIENTS

220g McCain Home Chips Lighter Straight Cut

20g almonds

1 large handful of spinach

100g breadcrumbs

2 eggs

1/2 tsp basil

1/2 tsp oregano

50g grated light cheddar cheese

METHOD

  • Preheat the oven to 220C/Mark 8.

  • Put the almonds and spinach in a blender and process until they are fine crumbs.

  • Whisk the eggs in a bowl and mix in the almond mixture, 1/4 of the breadcrumbs, basil, oregano and cheese.

  • Add the remaining breadcrumbs to a bowl. Roll slightly flattened balls from the mixture in your hands, and then coat in breadcrumbs. Make sure each nugget has an even layer of breadcrumbs on.

  • Spread a single layer of McCain Lighter Home Chips onto a baking tray and pop into the oven for 22-24 minutes.

  • Add the nuggets to a baking tray and cook for 15 minutes, turning halfway through.

  • Once cooked, pop everything on a plate and serve with your choice of vegetables.

LET the CHIPS DO THE TALKING

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