Delicious vegetarian fritters
Jernej and I adore this meatless dish, and so does our 2-year-old Adam. These are the top reasons why we believe you're going to like it too:
- a simple recipe for any day of the year
- made in about 30 minutes
- the fritters are golden-brown outside and soft and delicious inside
- feel free to keep them in a fridge or freezer, so you can quickly have them at hand
- optionally use a food processor to make the mixture (two forks will do the job just as good)
- one portion (three patties) has about 240 calories
- this recipe is vegetarian, but I bet meat lovers will like it too
What to serve with Broccoli Fritters
Serve these healthy Broccoli Fritters with one of the following sides or sauces:
- Yogurt Ranch Dressing
- Tartar Sauce
- Hollandaise Sauce
- Baked Sweet Potato
- Roasted Smashed Potatoes
- Best Mashed Potatoes
- Creamiest Mashed Cauliflower
Storing and freezing
There are two ways to store these delicious Broccoli Cheese Fritters.
Keep the chilled homemade Broccoli Fritters, in the fridge, for up to 3 days. Before serving, reheat in the microwave oven or using a skillet.
Feel free to freeze the baked (cooled) Broccoli Fritters too. Place it in a freezer-friendly container and place it in the freezer for up to a month. Before serving, defrost at room temperature (or in the fridge overnight), then reheat in the microwave oven or using a pot.
How to make these Broccoli Fritters at home (video)
Check this quick and easy video to learn how to make Broccoli Fritters at home.
Next try these recipes using broccoli
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Sweet Potato
- Lemon Pasta with Broccoli and Anchovies
- Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
- Hidden Veggie Mac and Cheese
METHOD
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cook the quinoa
Add quinoa to a sieve and rinse under running water. Add to a saucepan and add the water. Place over medium heat. Cover with a lid and cook for 15 minutes. Using a fork, fluff the quinoa and set it aside to cool.
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cook the broccoli
Cut the broccoli into smaller pieces. Discard the hard parts (use them for soup). Place a pan over medium heat. Add about a cup of water (200ml) to cover 1 cm (1/2-inch) of the pan. Bring to a boil, and add the broccoli. Lower the heat, cover with a lid, and cook for 8 - 10 minutes or until the broccoli is cooked. Strain the broccoli and set aside to cool slightly.
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fritters
Add cooked quinoa, broccoli, shredded cheese, flour, an egg, and diced garlic to a food processor bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Pulz a couple of times to get a firm mixture that you can easily shape into a fritter. If the mixture is too dry, add two or three tablespoons of water.
TipFeel free to use a food chopper or forks and a bowl to make the patties. -
cook the fritters
Slightly grease your hands with oil. Divide the mixture into twelve parts and shape each piece into a patty. Place a large pan over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and half of the fritters. Cook them 5 - 6 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and delicious. Repeat the process with the rest of the fritters. Grease the pan with a tablespoon of oil before adding a new batch. Transfer the cooked broccoli fritters to a wire rack lined with a paper towel.
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serve
Divide the fritters between four plates. Serve with Yogurt Ranch Dressing and your favorite side dish.
