These quinoa patties are loaded fresh herbs and salty feta cheese, and the addition of riced cauliflower gives them a hearty texture. Make up a big batch for a grab and go meal on busy days (they’re great cold!), or serve up as a veggie patty on a bun or a crisp piece of butter lettuce. Oh, let us not forget: try a schmear of hummus, pesto or tzatziki, too!
2 Tbsp
Butter (or Ghee), plus more as needed
(28 g)
For Serving (Optional)
Tzatziki Sauce
Pesto
Hummus
Instructions
Process half a head of cauliflower in a food processor until it’s the size of couscous. Measure out 1 ½ cups and place into a large mixing bowl. (Note: you can also use pre-riced cauliflower purchased from the store).
Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl. Use a spatula to combine. Set in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to allow the ingredients to come together. (Note: If mixture seems a bit crumbly, simply add another egg. You want the consistency to stick for ease of frying.)
Form mixture into twelve 3-inch patties and set on a parchment-lined baking sheet. (Note: Patties will be a bit delicate when frying, so try to pack them as tightly as you can. If they spread a bit when frying, simply re-shape using a spatula).
Add a bit of butter or ghee to a 10-inch skillet set over medium heat. Add 3–4 patties at a time (leaving enough room to allow for a clean flip). Cover and cook for 3–4 minutes, flip, and then cook, uncovered, for another 3–4 minutes, or until both sides are golden. Place onto a baking sheet to cool while you cook the remaining patties. (Note: if the patties start to look too brown, you may need to adjust the heat setting as you cook). Serve warm.