Description
A vibrant and healthy savory appetizer featuring tender blanched spinach rolled with crispy panko crumbs shredded mozzarella and dry-aged Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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7 oz frozen spinach.
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1.25 cups panko crumbs.
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1 cup Parmesan cheese.
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1 cup mozzarella cheese.
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2 large eggs.
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1 small onion.
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2 cloves garlic.
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1 tbsp olive oil.
Instructions
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Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes until a soft texture forms.
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Thaw and squeeze the green vegetable mass completely dry inside a clean kitchen cloth.
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Mix the dry greens cooked alliums breadcrumbs cheeses eggs and warm spices until a stable velvet-like dough forms.
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Roll the green mass into uniform 3 cm balls using slightly damp palms to ensure an artisanal finish.
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Layout the rounds on a parchment sheet then dust the upper surfaces with extra Parmesan cheese.
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Bake at 375F (190C) for 25 minutes until the outer crust reaches a golden and crispy structural peak.
Notes
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Squeezing every single drop of water out of the thawed greens is the secret to a professional-grade crispness for these Spinach Bites.
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Fiber-rich spinach provides a sophisticated and vegetable-heavy foundation while adhering to dietary rules.
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This dish is naturally pork-free and perfect for holiday social gatherings.
- Prep Time: ~ 20 mins.
- Cook Time: ~ 25 mins.
- Category: Appetizer.
- Method: Sautéing/Baking.
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-American Fusion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~ 2 bite pieces.
- Calories: ~ 155 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 1 g.
- Sodium: ~ 310 mg.
- Fat: ~ 9 g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 4 g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 5 g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0 g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 11 g.
- Fiber: ~ 2 g.
- Protein: ~ 8 g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 55 mg.
Keywords: Spinach Bites, Crispy Vegetable Balls, Healthy Appetizer Ideas, Baked Parmesan Treats, Mozzarella Stuffed Greens, New York Recipe.