Gardein Mini Crabless Cakes in Clouds of egg whites flavored with pecorino romano cheese, and then topped with a creamy avocado sauce! This protein packed dish is an excellent appetizer or brunch entree!
I have a delicious convenient meat-free plant based protein that tastes good, made with grains and veggies, and non-GMO wheat and soy ingredients! These are so flavorful, it’s hard to tell that these little crabbies aren’t from the ocean! In fact, I’m pretty sure Alan thought he was eating shellfish!
I made these little Gardein gems for me and Alan for an evening snack. We had a big lunch and weren’t hungry enough for a large meal for dinner, but did want a bite to eat! Just three of the little crabless cakes has 32 mg of Omega 3s and 9 grams of protein, plus the egg whites along with Greek yogurt adds more protein to each bite! When you pair these with a healthy dose off avocado that is in the topping, this simple snack is completely satisfying!
I found plenty of Gardein products at Whole Foods chillin’ in the freezer aisle, and I bet you’ll find Gardein available near you too! Gardein is available at over 23,000 retail locations as well as over 5,000 restaurants and 150 colleges, universities as well as other venues across North America!
Curious about the name of the company? The name Gardein is a combination of garden and protein. How clever is that?!
Be the first to try some of newest products like the Meatless Pepperoni Pizza Pocket, Sweet & Sour Porkless Bites, and, Chipotle Black Bean Burger! I plan to making a stir-fry with the Sweet and Sour Porkless Bites I picked up.
These Crabless Cakes in Clouds were inspired by these Eggs in Clouds with a couple of modifications. I left out the chives in the cloud and I’m saving the yolks for another use.
Serve this meatless option for a light dinner, Mother’s Day brunch or for your next potluck! The whole dish takes minutes to put together and it’s quite delicious!
Crabless Cakes in Clouds
Ingredients
- EGG CLOUDS
- 4 eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup pecorino romano cheese, finely shredded
- 1 package (10 pieces) Gardein Mini Crispy Crabless Cakes
- AVOCADO SAUCE
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Charbel Barker
These look really good – and creative! I’ll have to check these out 🙂
reesa
Love the sauce idea!!
Sandra Shaffer
If you love avocados then you’ll want to take a spoon to the sauce!
RandiG @ FrugElegance
Looks delicious! Love healthier options for appetizers when I entertain. Gonna give this a try for sure.
Sandra Shaffer
Let me know how you like these! They’re a great addition to any menu!
Rachel
The Egg Clouds are such a great idea! I love crab cakes and these really look delicious. I’ll have to see if I can find them at the store.
Sandra Shaffer
They’re right in the freezer section waiting for you, Rachel 🙂
Alli @ Cupcake Diaries
My mouth is literally watering over here. I can’t believe those are pre-made crab cakes! I’m going to have to pick me up some of those.
Sandra Shaffer
You’ll love these, Alli and the convenience of having these ready to enjoy too!
Susanne
This looks great. I’ve never heard of these products I’ll have to check them out.
Sandra Shaffer
Gardein has several options to choose from! The meatless pork bites are tasty too!
Melanie
I haven’t had crab cakes in ages! These look delicious!
Sandra Shaffer
It’s not something I make often either, but it doesn’t get any easier with Gardein products!
Bam's Kitchen
What a fun low carb treat. Your idea for the egg cloud sounds delicious. Does the egg cloud get crunchy? Sounds delicious. Pinning!
Sandra Shaffer
The egg cloud sets nicely, but not crunchy. I bet if you left them in the oven longer they would add more texture!
carrie @ frugal foodie mama
Oh, these look delicious! And I can’t believe there isn’t any crab in those meatless “crab” cakes! I would have never known just from looking a them. 😉
Sandra Shaffer
These are so good, Carrie! I think they even taste better than they look!
Ali @ Home & Plate
What a great addition of the avocado sauce to dress up crab cakes. Looks wonderful.
Sandra Shaffer
It’s a flavorful combination, especially if you love avocados as much as I do!
Liz @ I heart vegetables
YES! I’m a vegetarian with a crab-cake-loving husband! These would be SO so perfect for us! I’m definitely going to give this a try 🙂
Sandra Shaffer
Definitely a winner for all! In fact, I don’t think my husband knew that the cakes are crabless!
Charla @ That Girl Cooks Healthy
I’m a huge fan of foolproof recipes, this one sounds like a winner – I’m in!
Sandra Shaffer
I hope you like these as much as we have!
Brian Jones
Sounds interesting!
Sandra Shaffer
Intrigued enough to try? I hope so, Brian! 🙂
Mica @ Let's Taco Bout It Blog
I like how this sounds. I love crab cakes!
Sandra Shaffer
Usually crab cakes are laced with lots of fat. These give you all the flavor without not so good for you ingredients! Win 🙂
Ilka
This sounds great – I need to try this:)
Sandra Shaffer
I hope you do!
Nettie Moore
Looks Delicious Sandra! Nettie
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you, Nettie! These little bites are so tasty!