Spinach Patties / Burgers

Step 1: Prepare the Spinach

Cut off the stems from the spinach. Wash the spinach thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Then, place the spinach in a container with water and a splash of vinegar and let it soak for 5 minutes to ensure it's clean.

Step 2: Blend Ingredients

Place the cleaned spinach into a blender. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast (optional), 1 clove of garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 1 egg. Blend all ingredients until you get a smooth, green mixture.

Step 3: Combine with Breadcrumbs

Pour the blended spinach mixture into a bowl, making sure to scrape out all the mixture from the blender. Add 1 cup of breadcrumbs to the bowl. Mix well with a spatula until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and form a cohesive dough.

Step 4: Form Patties

Using your hands, take portions of the dough and shape them into round, flat patties. Ensure they are firm and hold their shape.

Step 5: Cook the Patties

Heat a pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil. Place the spinach patties in the pan. Cook for approximately 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 6: Serve

Once cooked, remove the patties from the pan and serve immediately. They are delicious with rice or any other side dish.

• These patties are great with rice, but they pair well with any side dish.