Description

These Paleo Cauliflower Tater Tots are a delicious, healthy alternative to traditional tater tots, made with nutrient-packed cauliflower and paleo-friendly ingredients. They are crispy on the outside and tender inside, perfect as a snack or side dish for those following a paleo lifestyle or anyone craving a low-carb, gluten-free comfort food.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables & Aromatics

3 cups cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets (290g)
1/2 cup onion, diced
3 tablespoons parsley, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh garlic, minced

Wet Ingredients

1 large egg white
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Dry Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Generous pinch of pepper
1 1/2 cups almond meal
3 tablespoons tapioca starch
4 teaspoons coconut flour

Finishing

Olive oil spray

Instructions

Preheat oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
Process cauliflower: Place the cauliflower florets into a large food processor and pulse until the texture resembles rice or small crumbs. Transfer the processed cauliflower into a large microwave-safe bowl.
Cook cauliflower: Microwave the cauliflower for 3 minutes, then stir it and continue microwaving for an additional 2 minutes to soften it adequately, ensuring moisture is reduced but not overly cooked.
Mix aromatics: Add the diced onion, minced parsley, minced garlic, sea salt, and pepper to the cooked cauliflower. Stir thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
Add wet ingredients: Stir in the large egg white and the tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil until the mixture is well incorporated, helping bind the ingredients together.
Add flours: Finally, mix in the almond meal, tapioca starch, and coconut flour. Stir until the mixture thickens and becomes cohesive enough to hold its shape.
Shape tots: Using a 1 tablespoon measuring spoon, pack the mixture and then gently remove the formed tot by tapping it into your hand. Alternatively, roll the mixture into small oval shapes about 1 tablespoon in size.
Arrange tots: Place the formed tots onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow for crisping during baking.
Bake first side: Generously spray the tops of the tots with olive oil spray for crispness. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Flip and bake second side: Carefully flip each tot over, spray the newly exposed side again with olive oil spray, and bake for an additional 9-10 minutes until the tots are golden brown and crispy on all sides.

Notes

Make sure to squeeze out any excess water from the microwaved cauliflower if it feels too wet, to achieve crispier tots.
You can substitute the olive oil spray with another neutral oil spray if preferred.
For a nut-free version, try substituting almond meal with sunflower seed flour or a similar paleo-friendly flour alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and paleo-friendly, making it suitable for those dietary needs.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Paleo cauliflower tots, gluten-free tater tots, healthy snacks, low-carb tots, paleo snack recipe, cauliflower recipes