Description
Quick, flavorful patties made with fresh spinach, feta, and breadcrumbs, perfect for a speedy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped (Use baby spinach for less chopping.)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (If feta is very salty, reduce added salt.)
- 2 large eggs (Helps bind the mixture.)
Flavor Ingredients
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Regular or panko breadcrumbs can be used.)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (Enhances flavor when sautéed.)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (Sauté with onion for a fragrant base.)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (For cooking the patties.)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (Adds brightness to the patties.)
- to taste Salt (Adjust based on feta’s saltiness.)
- to taste Pepper (Freshly ground for best flavor.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and finely chop the fresh spinach.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- In a large bowl, combine sautéed onions and garlic with chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined; the mixture should be slightly sticky.
- Wet your hands to prevent sticking and form the mixture into small patties about 2 inches wide. Place on a plate.
Cooking
- Heat the remaining olive oil in the skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties in batches without overcrowding for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Notes
If the mix seems watery, add a bit more breadcrumbs, one tablespoon at a time. If the patties fall apart, press them tighter and chill for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean