Whole30 Vegan Dino Nuggets

Bring childhood nostalgia to your Whole30 journey with these Vegan Dino Nuggets, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Made from a wholesome blend of sweet potato and cauliflower, these bite-sized delights are packed with flavor and nutrients. Almond flour and arrowroot powder provide the perfect texture, while a savory mix of nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and smoked paprika adds a bold, cheesy flavor without any dairy. Fun to shape and bake, these dino nuggets are both kid-approved and adult-friendly, making them a fun, playful addition to your meal prepping. Best of all, they’re baked to golden perfection with no deep frying, keeping them light, crispy, and 100% Whole30 compliant. Pair them with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauce for a guilt-free treat that’s as satisfying as it is adorable!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Sweet potato
• 2 cups Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Arrowroot powder
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Plant-based milk (unsweetened, Whole30 compliant)
• 1 as needed Avocado oil spray or additional coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly oil the parchment paper with avocado oil spray or melted coconut oil to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Peel and cube the sweet potato. Steam the sweet potato cubes and cauliflower florets until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the steamed sweet potato and cauliflower. Blend until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Transfer the vegetable puree to a large mixing bowl. Add almond flour, arrowroot powder, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a dough-like consistency forms.

Step 5

Add the melted coconut oil and plant-based milk to the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Using your hands, scoop about 2-3 tablespoons of the mixture and shape it into a dinosaur shape (or any shape of your choice). You can also use a dino-shaped cookie cutter for uniform shapes.

Step 7

Place each nugget onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.

Step 8

Lightly spray or brush the tops of the nuggets with avocado oil or melted coconut oil to help them crisp up while baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the nuggets are golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve with Whole30-compliant ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(575.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1069.9

Total Fat 71.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 5.4mg	0%
Sodium 1620.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 37.3g	0%

Vitamin D 12.5IU	0%
Calcium 364.9mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1449.5mg	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: 56.4%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 30.5%