Description
These Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Cauliflower Patties are a delicious and nutritious vegetarian option perfect for a snack, side dish, or light meal. Packed with flavor and easy to make, these patties are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Patties:
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
- 1 large egg
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Steam the Cauliflower: Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 8–10 minutes. Let cool slightly, then transfer to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- Prepare the Mixture: Transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl and mash or pulse in a food processor until finely crumbled. Add the chopped spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Form Patties: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and form into small patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve warm as a snack, side dish, or light meal.
Notes
- You can bake the patties at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, for a lower-oil option.
- Add red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, or swap in feta for a tangier flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
