Heart-Healthy Spinach Patties
Packed with nutrient-rich fresh spinach, wholesome rolled oats, and a touch of zesty lemon flavor, these Heart-Healthy Spinach Patties are the perfect guilt-free meal or snack! Baked to golden perfection with a blend of aromatic garlic, onions, and a hint of ground cumin, these delicious patties come together quickly for a light yet satisfying dish. With optional low-fat feta cheese and whole grain breadcrumbs, you can customize them to suit your taste. Ideal for clean eating, they’re high in fiber, low in fat, and loaded with plant-based goodness, making them a fantastic choice for a quick lunch, a side dish, or even a healthy addition to wraps and salads. Serve these easy-to-make spinach patties with a dollop of yogurt dip or atop whole grain toast, and enjoy a heart-smart, flavorful bite that’s both nourishing and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Low-fat feta cheese (optional for added flavor)
- 2 large Egg whites
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 cup Whole grain breadcrumbs (optional for texture)
- as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted. This should only take 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they resemble coarse flour. Transfer the oat flour to a mixing bowl.
In the same food processor (no need to clean it), add the cooked spinach mixture, egg whites, lemon juice, low-fat feta cheese (if using), black pepper, salt, and ground cumin. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still slightly chunky for texture.
Transfer the spinach mixture to the mixing bowl with the oat flour. Add the whole grain breadcrumbs (if using) and stir until well combined. The mixture should be moist but hold together when shaped. If it feels too loose, add a tablespoon of oats or breadcrumbs as needed.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small patties, about 2.5 inches in diameter.
Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Flip the patties and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown.
Serve warm with a side of yogurt dip, salad, or as a topping for whole grain toast. Enjoy your heart-healthy spinach patties!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 2366 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 819 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 764 mg | 16% | |
*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.
