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Cauliflower and Spinach Patties with Creamy Avocado Cilantro Dip
Original recipe: 4 servings · Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 55 min
By PowerProteinPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 29, 2026 | Updated Oct 17, 2026
Fusion
55 mins
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Cauliflower and spinach patties pan-fried and served with avocado cilantro dip. Estimated timing (not kitchen-tested): preparation 15 minutes; cooking 30 minutes; additional elapsed time 10 minutes; total about 55 minutes. Additional time includes the relevant cooling, chilling, soaking, marinating or resting stages. Cooling varies with room temperature and portion size. Times are planning estimates based on the instructions. Follow the stated doneness and temperature checks, and extend cooking or cooling as needed.
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
55 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
Fusion
Ingredients
Servings
4
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups grated)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2-3 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
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Wash and finely grate the cauliflower using a box grater or food processor. Wrap the grated cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove excess moisture.
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In a medium bowl, mix grated cauliflower, chopped spinach, ground flaxseed, almond flour, minced garlic, diced onion, ground cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper until well combined. The flaxseed acts as a natural binder.
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Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow the flaxseed to absorb moisture, ensuring the patties hold together during cooking.
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Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
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Shape the mixture into 8 evenly sized patties, pressing firmly to maintain shape.
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Cook each patty for 6 to 7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as needed to avoid burning.
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While patties cook, prepare the creamy avocado cilantro dip by blending avocado, cilantro leaves, lime juice, garlic, ground cumin, and salt in a blender or food processor.
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Add water gradually to blend until smooth and reach the desired consistency.
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Serve the warm cauliflower and spinach patties with the creamy avocado cilantro dip on the side. Enjoy as a nutritious main dish or satisfying snack.
Timing note
Resting and multiple skillet batches extend the cooking phase. Allow additional time as needed; no tested total is claimed.
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