Cauliflower Fritters with Homemade Dip

Ingredients

For the Cauliflower Fritters:

  • 500 g (1.1 lbs) cauliflower, finely chopped
  • 100 g (3.5 oz) cheese, grated
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Some breadcrumbs
  • Thyme, to taste
  • Sour cream, for serving

For the Homemade Dip:

  • 400 g (14 oz) low-fat quark
  • 200 g (7 oz) crème fraîche or sour cream
  • 1 pack of herbs (frozen 8 herbs)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped or pressed
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cauliflower Fritters

  1. Cook Cauliflower: Wash the cauliflower and cut it into small florets. Cook in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. Chop Cauliflower: Finely chop the cooked cauliflower with an immersion blender or mash it with a fork, ensuring it’s not too fine.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the chopped cauliflower with the grated cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and thyme. Gradually add breadcrumbs until the mixture holds together. Let it rest for a few minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to swell.
  4. Form Fritters: Shape the mixture into fritters. Optionally, add finely diced onions to the mixture for extra flavor.
  5. Fry Fritters: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the fritters on both sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 2: Prepare the Homemade Dip

  1. Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the low-fat quark, crème fraîche or sour cream, herbs, garlic, onion, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 3: Serve

  1. Serve Fritters: Serve the cauliflower fritters hot, accompanied by the homemade dip. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
  2. Accompany with Salad: Pair with a green salad for a complete and balanced meal.

Storage Notes

  • Refrigerator: Store leftover cauliflower fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze the fritters for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Fiber: 4g

Weight Watchers Points (per serving)

Ingredients Breakdown:

  • Cauliflower (500g): 0 points
  • Cheese (100g): 10 points
  • Egg (1): 0 points
  • Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup): 4 points
  • Olive Oil (for frying, 2 tbsp): 8 points
  • Low-fat Quark (400g): 6 points
  • Crème Fraîche or Sour Cream (200g): 9 points
  • Additional ingredients (herbs, garlic, onion, vinegar, sugar): 1 point

Total Points per Serving: 9 points

Enjoy these delicious and healthy cauliflower fritters as a great alternative to traditional meatballs. They are perfect for a light meal or as a snack, offering a tasty way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.