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Cheesy Spinach Fritters

Golden, crisp-edged fritters deliver melting sharp cheddar and earthy spinach in every bite, their savory richness balanced by a touch of shallot and finished with a light olive-oil sheen.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Cheesy Spinach Fritters
Total
19 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
4 min
Serves
6

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
210
Protein
9g
Carbs
14g
Fat
14g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
2g
Sodium
356mg

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • 3/4 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Squeeze as much liquid as possible from spinach. Combine the spinach, shallot, breadcrumbs, cheese, egg, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Form into six 3-inch patties.
  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the fritters, in batches if necessary, until lightly browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes.