Low Carb Smiley Face Potatoes
Bring a playful twist to your low-carb journey with these irresistible Low Carb Smiley Face Potatoes—a wholesome alternative to the classic childhood favorite! Made with nutrient-packed cauliflower rice, almond flour, and melty shredded cheddar cheese, these adorable patties are as delicious as they are fun. Seasoned with garlic powder and black pepper, their flavor is savory with just the right hint of spice. Designed with smiles crafted from a straw and knife, they fry to golden perfection and finish crisping up in the oven for a delightful texture. Perfect for family mealtime or entertaining, these gluten-free, healthy smiley face potatoes are a creative way to sneak veggies onto your plate. With just 20 minutes of prep, they’re the ideal guilt-free treat, satisfying both your taste buds and nostalgic cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Cauliflower head
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil (or cooking spray)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Chop the cauliflower into small florets. Steam or microwave the cauliflower for about 10 minutes until tender.
Once cooked, allow the cauliflower to cool slightly, then place the florets in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
Transfer the drained cauliflower to a food processor, pulse until it resembles rice.
In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower rice, shredded cheddar cheese, almond flour, egg, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions (about 2 tablespoons each) and roll into balls. Flatten each ball slightly to form a patty.
Use a straw or a small round object to create eyes, and a knife to carve a smile on each patty.
Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each patty for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the patties to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to help them crisp up further.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low-carb smiley face potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1094 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.6 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.2 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 341 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 2077 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 57.5 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1061 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1291 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
