Best 4 Parmesan Spinach Rice Fritters Recipes

Calling all veggie lovers: get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our delightful Parmesan Spinach Rice Fritters! These crispy fritters are the perfect blend of savory and nutritious, making them an ideal appetizer, side dish, or even a meatless main course. With a golden-brown exterior and a flavorful, cheesy interior, these fritters are sure to impress your taste buds. But that's not all - this versatile recipe offers three variations to tantalize your palate. From classic Parmesan Spinach Fritters to sun-dried tomato-infused Mediterranean Fritters and spicy Chipotle Cheddar Fritters, there's a flavor combination to satisfy every craving. Let's dive into the kitchen and whip up these delectable treats!

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ZUCCHINI-PARMESAN CHEESE FRITTERS

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Make these easy bite-sized zucchini Parmesan cheese fritters for a healthy and delicious snack any time of the day!

Provided by VeggieCravings

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Fried Zucchini Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 large zucchini, finely grated
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
oil for frying
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 pinch salt
¼ cup sour cream, for topping

Steps:

Combine zucchini and salt in a bowl and stir to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes. Pour mixture onto a clean dish towel or cheesecloth and squeeze to drain completely.
Whisk egg in a bowl and add flour, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir in drained zucchini and mix well.
Heat oil in a medium-sized pan over medium-high heat. Add batter by the tablespoon. Cook fritters until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and salt. Serve immediately with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 248 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

KITTENCAL'S SPINACH PARMESAN RICE BAKE

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This is a wonderful easy side dish to chicken or meat and any leftovers freeze wonderful, it may also be baked in a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate and cut into wedges, this may be doubled but I would still only use one package or spinach or maybe 1-1/2 packages adding in too much spinach will overpower all other ingredients, prep time does not include cooking the rice --- FOR FREEZING prepare recipe as directed but do not bake, wrap pan in plastic wrap then tightly in foil and freeze, to serve thaw over night in refrigerator, remove wrapping bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until hot.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (cooked according to package directions then hand squeezed dry to remove excess moisture)
2 cups cooked white rice (use cold rice for this) or 2 cups brown rice (use cold rice for this)
1/3 cup melted butter
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled) or 2 cups swiss cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled)
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
1/3 cup chopped onions or 2 large green onions, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced (or 1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder)
3 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup milk or 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
seasoning salt (to taste or can use white salt)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, for topping
grated mozzarella cheese (add on the last 5 minutes of baking) (optional)

Steps:

Set oven to 350°F.
Generously grease a 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients with a wooden spoon, mixing very well to combine.
Season with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Bake uncovered or covered for 25 minutes or until set (over baking will cause a heavier denser texture if you prefer a lighter texture then bake just until set).
Top with mozzarella cheese the last 5 minutes of baking (if using).
Note: for a more fluffier texture casserole, 4 eggs may be used.

PARMESAN SPINACH & RICE FRITTERS

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Make and share this Parmesan Spinach & Rice Fritters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by reddi sketti

Categories White Rice

Time 25m

Yield 36 Fritters, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 cups cooked rice
6 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
8 ounces parmesan cheese
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed
6 tablespoons milk
6 eggs
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

Pre-heat defryer to 365°F.
Squeeze the water out of the spinach.
Mix all the ingredients well.
Add more flour, if needed, untill mixture will hold together on a spoon.
Carefully, drop spoonful sized balls into hot oil.
Fry until golden brown.

CREAMY PARMESAN SPINACH

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This recipe, from Priscilla Gilbert of Indian Harbour Beach, Florida, combines fresh baby spinach with a delicious, creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. Crushed croutons top it off and give the side dish a wonderful crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2/3 cup onion and garlic salad croutons, crushed

Steps:

Place spinach and water in a Dutch oven; cover and cook for 3 minutes or until wilted. Drain and set aside., In the same pan, melt butter. Stir in the cream, lemon zest, garlic and pepper flakes; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until slightly reduced. Stir in cheese and spinach; heat through. Sprinkle with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

Select the right rice. For the best results, use a short-grain rice like Arborio or Carnaroli. These rices have a high starch content, which helps the fritters bind together.
Cook the rice properly. The rice should be cooked until it is al dente, with a slight bite to it. If the rice is overcooked, it will be too soft and the fritters will fall apart.
Use fresh spinach. Fresh spinach has a brighter flavor and more nutrients than frozen spinach. If you are using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using.
Grate the Parmesan cheese finely. Finely grated Parmesan cheese will distribute evenly throughout the fritters and melt more easily.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the fritters tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
Fry the fritters in hot oil. The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when the fritters are added. This will help the fritters cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
Serve the fritters immediately. Parmesan spinach rice fritters are best served hot and crispy. They can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.

Conclusion:

Parmesan spinach rice fritters are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.