Cheesy Green Rice Cakes

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Rice Cakes

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Kids can crack the eggs and mix the ingredients together. An adult can to the pan-frying. Serve these as a side dish, or a snack. 

Serves:
6 servings
Total Time:
30 minutes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes

Ingredients


Rice - 3 cups cooked or Minute brown rice (see recipe below, or use leftovers) Eggs - 3 large Parmesan - 1 cup parmesan cheese Spinach - 5 oz, frozen Seasoning - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or other seasoning of choice Cooking-spray Sauce - Ketchup or ranch dressing to dip (optional)

Instructions

Step 1
To make minute rice: Pour 1.5 cups water and 1.5 cups rice in microwave-safe bowl. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap. Microwave on high for 6 minutes. Wait 5 minutes, or until water is absorbed, then fluff with a fork.
Step 2
Microwave the spinach per directions on package. Squeeze out any extra liquid, being careful, as spinach may be hot!
Step 3
Beat eggs in a large mixing bowl.
Step 4
Add the rice, spinach, parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning to the bowl. Mix until combined.
Step 5
Heat a nonstick griddle or in a pan over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray.
Step 6
Using a ¼ cup measure, place a dollop of rice mixture on the griddle/pan, then use the back of the cup to flatten into a patty. Repeat with remaining rice mixture.
Step 7
Cook the first side until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes, then flip and cook the other side until brown.
Step 8
Serve with your choice of dipping sauce.

Notes

Nutrition Information

Serving Size:
2 cakes serving
Calories:
234 Calories
Fat:
8g
Saturated Fat:
4g
Carbohydrates:
Net Carb: 29g
Dietary Fiber:
2g
Protein:
11g
Sodium:
736