Cauliflower tots
Tater tots are a classic kids favorite, and now you can give them a healthy spin! By subbing cauliflower for the traditional potatoes, you will get in an extra serving of veggies. These cauli-tots are low-carb, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly, so they are likely to be a hit with the whole family!
TIP: Purchasing pre-riced cauliflower in frozen steamer packs, such as those from Costco, really cuts down the prep time.
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups cauliflower rice, steamed
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 yellow onion, grated or very finely diced
1/4 cup almond flour (more as needed)
2 Tbsp nutritional yeast (or more Parmesan cheese)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 egg, beaten
Cooking spray
DIRECTIONS:
- Steam cauliflower rice in microwave or stovetop until tender.
- Remove cauliflower rice to a few paper towels and squeeze to remove excess water.
- Mix the rest of the ingredients, except egg, in a medium bowl. Add cauli rice and stir to combine. Add beaten egg and stir again. If too wet, add more almond flour, 1 Tbsp at a time. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to settle.
- Preheat oven to 425 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray parchment paper with cooking spray.
- Using your hands, form cauliflower mixture into tots and place on baking sheet in a single layer.
- Spray tots with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping at 10 minutes, until crispy and lightly browned.
- Serve with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.