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    Home » Main Dishes

    Published: Aug 14, 2019 · Updated: Sep 14, 2022 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

    Keto Cauliflower Falafel Burgers

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    Easy keto cauliflower falafel burgers are made without pulses or grains. A keto vegetarian burger with all the taste of a falafel but is also Paleo and gluten free too.

    Falafel can be too high in carbs as it uses chickpeas. So we made a low carb cauliflower burger with the taste of a falafel. The cauliflower takes on the spices and fresh herbs well.

    cauliflower falafel burgers

    How to make a keto cauliflower burger

    Steamed cauliflower is mixed with fresh herbs and spices normally used for a falafel with almond flour binding the mixture together. I did not use an egg as the cauliflower is moist enough by itself, making these burgers vegan too.

    A food processor was used to blend all the ingredients to make a smooth burger but you could mix this in a bowl. 

    The ingredients

    • Cauliflower
    • Almond Flour
    • Hemp Seeds
    • Onion
    • Garlic
    • Cumin
    • Coriander
    • Cilantro
    • Flat leaf parsley

    The crispy coating

    Hulled hemp seed hearts and almond flour were used to make a crispy coating for the burgers. Using just the hemp seed hearts alone would provide an extra crunch.

    cauliflower falafel burger

    What to serve with keto cauliflower falafel burgers

    You can enjoy these keto cauliflower burgers by themselves with a salad or serve them in low carb burger buns. Make a quick tahini sauce to drizzle over the burger by mixing tahini, water and a dash of lemon together.

    Side Dishes To Serve with this:

    • Feta Lemon Coleslaw
    • Halloumi Fries
    • Creamy Coleslaw
    • Zucchini Hummus

    Recipe Tips

    If you find the mixture too soft, add more almond flour or a couple of tablespoons of coconut flour.  Coconut flour is a thirsty flour and will soak up any excess moisture.

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    Low carb cauliflower falafel burgers
    cauliflower falafel burgers

    Keto Cauliflower Falafel Burgers

    Tasty falafel burgers made with cauliflower and without pulses or grains
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Firming time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 35 mins
    Course Low Carb, Main Course
    Cuisine Lebanese, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings 8 burgers
    Calories 129 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups cauliflower cut into florets
    • 1 red onion chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic peeled and chopped
    • 2 teaspoons cumin
    • 1 teaspoon coriander
    • ¼ cup cilantro, fresh
    • ¼ cup flat leaf parsley
    • 1 cup almond flour
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper

    Falafel Coating

    • 1 ounce hemp seed husks - hulled
    • 1 ounce almond flour

    To Cook

    • 3 tablespoons olive oil

    Instructions
     

    • Steam the cauliflower florets for 3-8 minutes until slightly soft
    • Allow to cool.
    • Remove any excess water from the cauliflower by squeezing the cauliflower in a nut bag or wring in a dish towel. You want every drop of water out otherwise the burger will be too soggy.
    • Place the cauliflower in a blender with all the ingredients except the almond flour and pulse until smooth (you can pulse it to be chunky if you wish).
    • Put the blended mixture in a bowl and add the almond flour a bit at a time, whilst working it though. The almond flour should help bind the mixture so you may not need all of it.
    • Form patty shapes with the burger mixture. I made 8 but it may vary depending on what size burger you want.
    • In a shallow dish, mix the hulled hemp seed hears and almond flour for the coating.
    • Roll the patties in the coating mixture and place on a plate.
    • Place in the fridge for 1 hour to firm up.
    • Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the burgers for 3-5 minutes each side, until golden.

    Notes

    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by http://nutritiondata.self.com from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1burgerCalories: 129kcalCarbohydrates: 7.3gProtein: 5.7gFat: 7.3gFiber: 3.2g
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    1. Annie says

      April 09, 2020 at 12:38 am

      5 stars
      OMG! I had a purple cauliflower and I was going to make rice w/it but I decided to Google some recipes and I happen to run into your yummy recipes. I did not want to go out considering we are trying to #stayhome so I made this and I'm gonna have it for dinner tomorrow too! Thank you! This was simple and delicious!

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      • Angela Coleby says

        April 09, 2020 at 9:52 am

        I'm glad you like it and the purple colour must have make it extra colourful! Stay safe!

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    2. Jenjen says

      January 18, 2020 at 12:02 am

      What can I use to teplace the almong flour with please ? Due to nut ,
      sunflower and pumpkin seed allergies , I am finding it hard to find appropriate recipes for vegan and keto meals . Thank you, Jenjen

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      • angelacoleby says

        January 19, 2020 at 9:50 am

        Coconut flour or flaxseed meal should work. Hope you enjoy them!

        Reply

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