Heart-Healthy Brown Rice Cake
Elevate your healthy eating routine with these savory and satisfying Heart-Healthy Brown Rice Cakes! Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like fiber-rich brown rice, fresh spinach, and protein-packed eggs, this recipe is a wholesome choice for any meal. The addition of tangy sun-dried tomatoes and creamy low-fat feta cheese infuses each bite with vibrant Mediterranean-inspired flavors, while aromatic garlic powder and oregano tie everything together. Baked to golden perfection, these rice cakes are a deliciously guilt-free option for a light lunch, snack, or side dish. Quick to prepare and ready in only 45 minutes, they’re perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Pair them with a fresh salad for a balanced and heart-smart meal everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Fresh spinach
- 0.5 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Low-fat feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the brown rice, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and blend in olive oil until combined.
Chop the fresh spinach into small pieces and thinly slice the sun-dried tomatoes.
Add cooked brown rice, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the egg mixture.
Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, gently flattening each portion to form cakes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cakes are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before serving.
Serve warm, optionally alongside a salad or as a savory side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
924 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.9 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 2940 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 48.6 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 781 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1295 mg | 28% | |
*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.
