{"id":18577,"date":"2016-08-15T05:00:07","date_gmt":"2016-08-15T11:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/?p=18577"},"modified":"2021-04-27T12:37:12","modified_gmt":"2021-04-27T18:37:12","slug":"herbed-cauliflower-almond-patties-vegan-grain-free-gf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/herbed-cauliflower-almond-patties-vegan-grain-free-gf\/","title":{"rendered":"Herbed Cauliflower-Almond Patties | Vegan, Grain-Free, GF"},"content":{"rendered":"

These protein-packed, flavor-forward, vegan, and gluten-free herbed cauliflower-almond patties are made with a base of finely grated cauliflower and almond meal. Flax eggs and tahini moisten and bind everything together while herbs (cilantro, parsley), spices (coriander, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper), and other goodies (red onion, garlic, fresh lemon juice) create layers upon layers of flavor.\u00a0I recommend serving the patties with a spritz of lemon juice, a drizzle of tahini or dollop of hummus, and a side of juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers. They're also delicious over a bed of peppery baby arugula that's been lightly dressed with fresh lemon juice and olive oil. For a comforting, sandwich-y twist, be sure to see this<\/a> recipe.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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These Herbed Cauliflower-Almond Patties are\u00a0essentially\u00a0a cross between a classic falafel and these<\/a> quinoa-cauliflower cakes (minus the quinoa and plus almond meal).<\/p>\n

The combination of herbs and spices in these patties yields an overall flavor that playfully traverses into falafel territory, yet there isn't a chickpea in sight. So although it wouldn't be right to officially tuck\u00a0the beloved F-word\u00a0into the recipe title, you'll notice some similarities between the two.<\/p>\n

Over the last few months,\u00a0I've received a handful of kind requests for more grain-free recipes. Vegan and gluten-free cooking\/baking can\u00a0already a challenge, so when you add grain-free into the mix, things can get a bit prickly. That said,\u00a0there are few things I love more than a good recipe challenge, and I'm happy\u2014honored, even\u2014to put in the extra time to test allergy-friendly\u00a0recipes if the outcome\u00a0will help\u00a0or inspire in any way.\u00a0Long story short: ask nicely and you shall receive in abundance.<\/p>\n

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These protein-packed, flavor-forward patties are made with a base of finely grated cauliflower and almond meal. Flax eggs and tahini moisten and bind everything together while\u00a0herbs (cilantro, parsley), spices (coriander, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper), and other goodies (red onion, garlic, fresh lemon juice) create layers upon layers of flavor.<\/p>\n

To make these patties, you'll start by finely grating several cups of cauliflower florets in a food processor like so. . .<\/p>\n

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Then, add all remaining\u00a0ingredients and pulse, pulse, pulse to thoroughly chop and combine.<\/p>\n

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I strongly recommend chilling\u00a0the \"dough\" for at least 30 minutes before you form the patties as it's not the easiest to work with straight away. To be honest, even after chilling, it's still not the easiest, but it is absolutely worth the slight fuss. In a total pinch, you can<\/em> form the patties without chilling (you might just have a few choice words for me if you do\u2014you've been warned)!<\/p>\n

I've found that the easiest way to form the patties\u00a0is to use a greased two-tablespoon measuring spoon or a two-tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop the dough. The two-tablespoon measuring spoon I have is fairly patty-shaped, so I simply scoop the dough, plop it on the baking sheet, and then gently reshape as needed.<\/p>\n

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Once the patties are baked, they hold together well and are incredibly moist (\u2190eek, that word), so the slight burden\u00a0of working with a wetter mixture upfront absolutely repays itself in the end.<\/p>\n

Plus, look at that golden-orange hue. So pretty. . .<\/p>\n

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I recommend serving the patties with a spritz of lemon juice, a drizzle of tahini or dollop of hummus, and a side of juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers. They're also delicious\u00a0over a bed of peppery baby arugula that's been lightly dressed with fresh lemon juice and olive oil.<\/p>\n

I'll be circling back with a colorful wrap\/sandwich recipe on Wednesday that features these tasty beauties, so keep an eye out for it.<\/p>\n

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These protein-packed, flavor-forward patties are made with a base of finely grated cauliflower and almond meal. Flax eggs and tahini moisten and bind everything together while herbs (cilantro, parsley), spices (coriander, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper), and other goodies (red onion, garlic, fresh lemon juice) create layers upon layers of flavor. I recommend serving the patties with a spritz of lemon juice, a drizzle of tahini or dollop of hummus, and a side of juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers. They're also delicious over a bed of peppery baby arugula that's been lightly dressed with fresh lemon juice and olive oil. For a comforting, sandwich-y twist, be sure to see this<\/a> recipe.<\/span><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Course <\/span>Bigger Bites, Entr\u00e9e, Patties, Veggie Burgers<\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cuisine <\/span>Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Mediterranean, Vegan<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Prep Time <\/span>50 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cook Time <\/span>25 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Total Time <\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hour<\/span> 15 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Servings <\/span>22<\/span> patties<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Author <\/span>Ashley<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n

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