Potato Cauliflower Patties Vegan Recipe
These vegan patties combine mashed potatoes with grated cauliflower and carrots, seasoned with herbs like oregano, basil, and chives, plus jalapeño for a mild kick. Flaxseed acts as an egg substitute to bind the mixture, which is coated optionally with breadcrumbs and can be pan-fried or baked for a crispy exterior and tender interior, making a versatile plant-based snack or side.
Ingredients
- 2 potato cooked (or use 1 heaping cup leftover mashed potatoes, medium
- 1/2 onion chopped, medium
- 3 garlic finely chopped, or use 1/2 tsp garlic powder and add with salt, cloves
- 1 jalapeño ,finely chopped
- 1 cup cauliflower packed grated
- 1/4 cup carrot grated
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1 tbsp chive fresh or dried
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 Flaxseed 1 tbsp flax meal mixed with 2.5 tbsp water, used as egg substitute
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs + 1/4 cup more for coating (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes if you havent already by boiling or steaming, then mashing. or measure 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, jalapeno and a pinch of salt. Cook for 4 to 5 mins until golden.
- Add cauliflower, carrots. and a pinch of salt and cook for another 3 mins. Take off heat to cool.
- In a bowl, add the mashed potatoes. Add the cauliflower mixture, herbs, salt and pepper. Mix well. Add the flax meal and breadcrumbs and mix well. (Chill the mixture for 20-30 mins if planning to pan fry).
- Make small 1 to 1.5 inch patties.. I use a cookie cutter then pack the mixture in it, release and shape more. Roll the patties in some more breadcrumbs to coat (this is optional)
- Pan fry over medium heat for 3 to 4 mins per side, Or bake at 425 deg F (220 deg C) for 25 mins. Flip the patties half way. Serve with sauces/dips of choice.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats or gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Chill the patties for 20-30 minutes before frying to help them hold their shape.
- These patties make about 10 portions; nutritional info is for one patty.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10 patties
Amount Per Serving
Calories 52
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 52kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 196mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 257mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 535IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 13.2mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.