Broccoli Fritters (gluten-free + low carb)

These low carb broccoli fritters combine fresh riced broccoli, onions, and sharp white cheddar cheese in golden, savory patties. Pan-fried on the stove, they’re crisp on the outside, gooey in the center, and perfect as a side dish or appetizer! 

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What can I expect? 

Unlike most cheesy broccoli fritter recipes, this version is low-carb, loaded with nutrients, and cooked in healthy oils. To begin, we combine fresh riced broccoli, eggs, white onion, cheese, and seasonings. 

Then, we portion the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and cook them in heart-healthy olive oil in a skillet. Quick and easy, the fritters are loaded with flavor and are ready to eat in 20 minutes or less. Even better, cleanup for these broccoli cheddar fritters is easy, too! 

Oozing with melty cheese, they’re perfect for an appetizer, side, or snack, and are so tasty picky eaters won’t even realize they’re healthy! 

Are Broccoli Fritters healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: 

• Broccoli
• Eggs
• White onion
• Almond flour
• Cheese

Broccoli, eggs, and white onion are all natural, nutritious ingredients. Use them in a variety of recipes. 

But what about cheese? Is dairy healthy? 

Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable…

Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and limit consumption.

Sugar is what makes food unhealthy. 

Most broccoli and cheese fritters recipes are made with all-purpose flour (refined grains), which digests very similarly to sugar. 

In a single serving, you’re already up to 11g or more of sugar. Next, you’re looking at heartburn with an energy crash. (And you’ll be scouring the pantry for your next sugar snack within the hour.)

Swap the all-purpose flour out with nutrient-rich almond flour, and this recipe becomes nourishment. The ingredients provide vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and quality, whole-food energy. 

Enjoy these broccoli cheddar bites knowing they support your well-being. Learn more about eating less sugar here.

Broccoli Fritters Tips 

1. Make it a meal 

Serve your broccoli fritters with main courses like feta artichoke chicken, lemon pepper chicken wings, or lemon garlic butter salmon to make a complete meal! 

2. Allow the oil to get nice and hot

The key to creating a crispy exterior is to allow the oil plenty of time to get hot before cooking the fritters. To test it, add a pinch of the broccoli mixture to the pan. If it sizzles and begins to cook, the oil is hot enough. However, if it sinks to the bottom it’s best to let the oil hit a little longer. 

3. Store leftovers

This recipe is great for meal prep! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Or, freeze them for up to 3 months. For the best results, arrange them on a baking sheet, and freeze until solid. Then, transfer the fritters to a sealable bag or freezer-safe
container. Thaw in the fridge overnight, and reheat in the microwave, a skillet, or air fryer when you’re ready to eat! 

4. Have leftover broccoli? 

Don’t let it go to waste! Use it to make chicken and broccoli casserole for a family-friendly meal to enjoy throughout the week.

Broccoli Fritters (Low Carb)

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Prep Time:5 minutes mins

Cook Time:15 minutes mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups riced broccoli
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup diced white onion
• ⅓ cup almond flour
• ½ cup sharp white cheddar this easily could get subbed for any cheese of your liking ½ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp cracked black pepper
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• 4 Tbsp olive oil
• Garnish: parsley or green onion optional

Instructions

• Dice/rice cut your broccoli heads, then add this to a bowl with all your ingredients except for the olive oil. Mix.
• Form the mixture into golf ball size balls – compressing with your hands.
• Place oil on your pan and set to medium to high heat. In 3-5 minutes place your broccoli fritter balls on the pan – leaving a few inches between them to allow space to flip.
• Cook for roughly 3 minutes on each side or until the sides are nicely browned and firm. 5. Place cooked fritters on a papertoil lined plate to absorb excess oil.
• Serve with your favorite dressing like ranch or a few dollops of sour cream. Enjoy!

Notes

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Recipe from Neutral Eating: https://neutraleating.com/broccoli-fritters-low-carb

Servings: 2

Author: Neutral Eating