Description
Deliciously simple Spinach Ricotta Bites, perfect for appetizers or snacks, blending creamy ricotta, savory parmesan, and fresh spinach in a crispy breadcrumb exterior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Spoon the mixture into small, bite-sized portions and place them on a greased baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over each bite for extra crispiness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious creations!
Notes
Feel free to substitute ricotta with cottage cheese for a lower-fat option or use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary. Serve with dipping sauces like marinara or tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: spinach bites, ricotta appetizer, easy snacks