Baked cauliflower meatballs crunchy and delicious. How delicious cauliflower is! A winter vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber for the well-being of our intestines. So it’s better to take advantage of its season to eat it in a thousand different recipes, from the simplest to those that require a few more minutes of preparation. The recipe I’m going to share with you today is that of crunchy Cauliflower Croquettes that are simple to make and win everyone over at the table. I baked the Cauliflower Meatballs in the oven, but you can use an air fryer or even choose to cook them in a pan with a little oil or even deep fry them. They will be delicious in every way. I also recommend not to miss the recipe for my Cauliflower Mini Pizzas fun and delicious. Few and simple ingredients for a recipe guaranteed to succeed. So let’s run to the kitchen and prepare together the best Cauliflower Meatballs you’ve ever tasted
AND DON’T MISS THESE RECIPES TOO:
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter
Ingredients for Cauliflower Meatballs
- 1.3 lbs cauliflower
- 1.4 oz grated parmesan cheese
- 2.5 oz breadcrumbs
- 1 bunch parsley
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- 1 pinch pepper
What you need to prepare Cauliflower Meatballs
- Potato Masher
How to prepare Oven-Baked Cauliflower Meatballs
Clean the cauliflower by removing the outer leaves and the harder central stalk. Cut it into florets and transfer them to a colander. Rinse them under running water and let them drain.
Cook the cauliflower in boiling water for about 14-15 minutes. Test the cooking by piercing with a fork. Drain and let it cool in a bowl.
Using a potato masher, puree the cauliflower. Add a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, chopped parsley, and 4-5 tablespoons of breadcrumbs. Mix with a fork.
With slightly damp hands, form the meatballs. Take a bit of mixture and roll it between your hands. Coat the meatball in breadcrumbs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Prepare all the Cauliflower Meatballs in the same way until you finish the mixture. Oil the meatballs on the surface and let them cook in a hot oven at 375°F for 18-20 minutes.
See you tomorrow with a new recipe, hugs, Loredana
Loredana’s Tips
If there are any leftover meatballs, store them in a container in the fridge. You can also freeze them either cooked or raw
For a tastier and more flavorful dish, you can add soft cheese cut into small cubes and/or small cubes of speck to the mixture
Don’t miss the recipe for the Cauliflower Savory Pie
Your Questions
Can I cook the meatballs in an air fryer?
Yes, of course, at 375°F for 14-15 minutes
Can I fry the meatballs?
Yes, in hot seed oil, letting them brown well and then drain them on kitchen paper
