Easy Broccoli Cheese Patties
Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and loaded with cheddar and broccoli. These quick skillet patties make a family-friendly snack, side, or light lunch.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cup broccoli florets steamed, squeezed dry, and finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded for best melt
- 0.5 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup chopped green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 2 tablespoon olive oil for pan-frying
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Steam broccoli until just tender. Transfer to a clean towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible, then chop very finely.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheddar, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until evenly combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Let the mixture rest for 5 to 10 minutes to hydrate the breadcrumbs.
- Scoop about 0.25 cup of mixture per patty and press into 0.5-inch thick rounds.
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add patties in a single layer and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, until deeply golden and set.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Make it lighter: Bake on a parchment-lined sheet at 400°F for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping once. Air fryer: 380°F for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway. For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.