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Cauliflower and Feta cheese fritters

May 15, 2019 by Alida Ryder 29 Comments

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These cauliflower and feta cheese fritters are perfect for a light lunch or as a snack. Roasted cauliflower is perfectly matched with salty feta cheese in these easy, vegetarian fritters.

Cauliflower and feta fritters

You guys, I have stumbled upon something pretty freaking awesome here. It turns out that cauliflower is indeed the most versatile ingredient in the world and should there ever be a zombie apocalypse, I hope to find myself on a cauliflower farm because seriously, there is nothing you can’t do with a cauliflower. My most recent discovery are these awesome cauliflower and feta cheese fritters. And boy, are they good!!

How to make cauliflower fritters

Break down two heads of cauliflower into tiny florets then roast them at high heat for around 15-20 minutes until their edges start to char and they are just cooked. Mash them down with a fork or potato masher until they are roughly the size of corn kernels. Mix the cauliflower into a simple batter of flour, eggs and flavorings.

Fry spoonfuls of the batter in a splash of oil until golden and cooked through on both sides then serve.

Cauliflower and feta fritters

How to serve cauliflower fritters

And I’ll admit, many of these didn’t even make it to the serving platter. They are absolutely addictive and are so versatile. I could imagine them being just awesome topped with crispy bacon and a soft poached egg, make them a bit smaller and serve them as a canape topped with a dollop of sour cream and a little smoked salmon or bacon or just have them as is with a generous drizzle of lemon juice.

However you have them, make sure you make them soon because once you do, you’ll want to make them all the time. And in fact, guess what we’re having for dinner tonight? Oh yes, indeedy. Even more cauliflower-feta-frittery goodness.

Can fritters be frozen?

Once cooked, fritters can be stacked with baking/parchment paper and frozen in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Defrost and heat in a pan or in the oven until crisp and golden.

Cauliflower and feta fritters

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Cauliflower and feta fritters

Cauliflower and Feta cheese fritters

These cauliflower and feta cheese fritters are perfect for a light lunch or as a snack. Roasted cauliflower is perfectly matched with salty feta cheese in these easy, vegetarian fritters.
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Course: Fritter, Starter, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cauliflower fritters, Easy fritter recipe, Feta cheese fritters
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 15
Calories: 72kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 2 heads cauliflower trimmed into small florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt & pepper to taste

for the fritters

  • 2 extra-large eggs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup crumbed feta cheese
  • 1/2 garlic clove crushed
  • large handful flat leaf parsley chopped
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  • Pre-heat the oven to 200°c.
  • Place the cauliflower on a large baking tray then drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place in the oven and allow to roast for 15-20 minutes until the cauliflower is just cooked and have started to char around the edges.
  • Remove the cauliflower from the oven then mash with a potato masher until the florets are roughly the size of corn kernels. Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, flour and milk then fold in the feta cheese, garlic, parsley and cauliflower. Season to taste.
  • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and fry spoonfuls of the batter until golden brown and cooked through on both sides.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 60mg | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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Comments

  1. Holly

    June 24, 2021 at 5:51 AM

    Can you use almond flour or something other than regular flour?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      June 26, 2021 at 4:51 PM

      I haven’t tested it with any flour substitutes but if you have one that you regularly use, I’m sure it will work.

      Reply
  2. Sh

    May 20, 2020 at 8:43 PM

    Can I used diced cauliflower?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 25, 2020 at 1:42 PM

      Yes, absolutely.

      Reply
  3. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    May 16, 2019 at 1:46 PM

    I’m always looking for new cauliflower recipes and these fritters sound delicious Alida! Love the added feta! I’ll definitely be trying these!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 16, 2019 at 2:06 PM

      They are SO good, you’re going to love them. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Sybille Sterk

    May 15, 2019 at 6:40 PM

    Sounds lovely. 🙂 I wonder what other cheese could be used instead of feta? My son hates feta but I’d like to make more vegetarian-type recipes (I don’t mind using normal cheese).

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 16, 2019 at 2:06 PM

      Cheddar, mozzarella and Parmesan would all work well. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Claudia

    August 8, 2018 at 2:25 AM

    Made these and they were amazing, a few days later noticed we had an excess of broccoli so experimented switching out cauliflower for broccoli and cheddar for feta and they were also amazing! Great versatile recipe ?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      August 9, 2018 at 8:57 AM

      Love the idea of using broccoli and cheddar Claudia!

      Reply
  6. Kerry

    March 25, 2018 at 2:30 PM

    Fantastic recipe. Perfect easy appetizer.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      March 25, 2018 at 2:46 PM

      So happy to hear that.

      Reply
  7. Sweet and Savoury Pursuits

    June 7, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    These look incredible, love cauliflower, great idea to combine it with feta cheese, I’m sure they must be delicious. Can’t wait to try them!

    Reply
  8. vivian

    June 7, 2015 at 1:42 AM

    Made this for dinner for myself tonight and had it with a poached egg. It was delicious! I will definitely make it again. The melty cheese was great, and I love cauliflower. Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      June 17, 2015 at 3:13 PM

      So pleased you liked these Vivian. That poached egg on top sounds like magic!

      Reply
  9. Quick Tasty Food

    May 13, 2015 at 11:46 AM

    I like your recipes. They are tasty, simple and healthy.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 14, 2015 at 12:07 PM

      Thanks!

      Reply
  10. Tessa

    May 6, 2015 at 4:29 PM

    These do look so yummy and I definitely need to make them. Quick question though, did you use feta in brine or just plain feta? I live in the UK now where it is hard to buy feta in brine.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 13, 2015 at 8:17 AM

      You must definitely make them Tessa. Yes, I used feta discs that come in brine but you could definitely use plain feta in this.

      Reply
  11. Megan

    April 30, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    oh my gosh this sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 1, 2015 at 8:41 PM

      Thanks for your lovely comment Megan!

      Reply
  12. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way

    April 29, 2015 at 10:59 PM

    The fritters look amazing — they make me hungry and I just ate!! Cauliflower is wonderful, I am waiting for someone to make a dessert out of it. I will definitely try it. Thank you for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 30, 2015 at 8:13 AM

      Thanks Marisa! I agree, cauliflower is so awesome. A dessert would be so interesting and I’m pretty sure that will be done soon. 😉

      Reply
  13. [email protected] is How I Cook

    April 29, 2015 at 6:38 PM

    These sound great. I might try them with a bit of tzaziki sauce on top!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 30, 2015 at 8:08 AM

      Oh, that will be awesome!

      Reply
  14. Vicky

    April 29, 2015 at 5:03 PM

    These looks so delicious! I am loving cauliflower too, there is just so much you can do with it. Great recipe! x

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 30, 2015 at 8:09 AM

      Thanks Vicky!

      Reply
  15. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar

    April 29, 2015 at 4:49 PM

    Oh man, feta?! This sounds incredible! Definitely need to try!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 30, 2015 at 8:13 AM

      Doesn’t Feta just make everything better?

      Reply

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