Low Fat Garlic Knots

Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly fluffy, golden-brown Low Fat Garlic Knots! Perfectly soft on the inside with a light, crispy exterior, these guilt-free treats deliver all the comforting flavor of traditional garlic knots without the extra calories. Made with just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and warm water, these knots are brushed with a fragrant olive oil mixture that combines fresh garlic, parsley, black pepper, and a touch of parmesan for a savory finish. With just 15 minutes of baking time, they come together beautifully for a quick appetizer, a side dish for pasta night, or even a crowd-pleasing snack. Ideal for those seeking a low-fat alternative to classic bread recipes, these homemade knots are a delicious, wholesome addition to any meal. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 240 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 180 milliliters warm water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 60 milliliters of the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.

Step 2

Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate the remaining 120 milliliters of warm water while mixing until a dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but easy to handle.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Once risen, punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.

Step 7

Roll each piece into a 6-inch (15 cm) rope and tie them into knots. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Finely mince the garlic and mix with olive oil, parsley, parmesan cheese, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 9

Brush each knot generously with the garlic oil mixture.

Step 10

Bake the garlic knots in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 11

Once baked, remove from the oven and brush any remaining garlic oil mixture over the warm knots for extra flavor.

Step 12

Serve the garlic knots warm as a delightful, low-fat side or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(483.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1096.7

Total Fat 19.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 8.9mg	0%
Sodium 1258.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 30.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166.2mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 463.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.2%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 72.5%