Cauliflower fritters

Lightly spiced, veg-loaded fritters are perfect for any time of day. Is there anything cauliflower, or for that matter Weet-Bix™, can’t do?! These flavourful fritters are high in plant-protein, low in saturated fat and a great source of wholegrains and fibre

  • Skill Easy
  • Prep time 10 mins
  • Cook time 10 mins
  • Servings 1
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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cauliflower, grated
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbs chopped parsley
  • 2 tsp water
  • 1 egg, lightly whisked
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
  • 2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits, finely crushed
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
To Serve
  • 1 cup green salad
  • 2 tbs unsalted mixed nuts
  • 1 Tbs tomato chutney or tzatziki, for dipping

Method:

  1. Combine cauliflower, onion, parsley, water, egg, spices, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl, and mix well. Stir through crushed Weet-Bix.
  2. Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and drizzle in oil.
  3. Scoop 1/3 cup portions of the batter onto the pan and flatten slightly. Cook 3 - 4 minutes on each side until golden cooked through. Serve warm or at room temperature, with a fresh mixed nut and green salad and sauce for dipping.

Tips:

  • If you don’t have elevated cholesterol swap Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering with Weet-Bix™.

Nutritional information:

  • Per Serve
  • Energy (kJ)
    1950
  • Energy (Cal)
    468
  • Protein (g)
    18
  • Fat (g)
    25
  • Saturated Fat (g)
    4
  • Carbohydrate (g)
    19
  • Sugars (g)
    14
  • Dietary Fibre (g)
    9.2
  • Sodium (mg)
    288
  • Potassium (mg)
    992
  • Iron (mg)
    7.3
  • Calcium (mg)
    138
  • Plant Sterols (g)
    2