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
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.
Chop Cauliflower: Finely chop the cooked cauliflower with an immersion blender or mash it with a fork, ensuring it’s not too fine.
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.
Form Fritters: Shape the mixture into fritters. Optionally, add finely diced onions to the mixture for extra flavor.
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
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
Serve Fritters: Serve the cauliflower fritters hot, accompanied by the homemade dip. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
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.