Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown rice (measure 2 cups after cooking)
- 2 egg whites
- 1 package (10 ounce) frozen spinach (thawed then hand-squeezed dry)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Olive oil, as needed
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs (Italian seasoned)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (Kraft Italiano cheese, can use a little more, or can use mozzarella cheese)
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (can use more)
- Melted butter, as needed (or can use olive oil)
- Marinara sauce, for dipping (optional
How to Make
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Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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Step 2: Grease a baking sheet.
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Step 3: Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat (use enough oil as desired) add in onion and saute 2 minutes.
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Step 4: Add in garlic and spinach; continue to saute until most of the moisture is cooked off; set aside to cool slightly.
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Step 5: In a medium bowl, mix together brown rice, egg whites, bread crumbs, and shredded Italiano cheese.
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Step 6: Season with seasoned salt and black pepper.
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Step 7: Using clean hands mix in spinach.
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Step 8: Form into golf ball sized rice balls. Place each rice ball on the prepared baking sheet.
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Step 9: Lightly brush the balls with melted butter.
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Step 10: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until lightly browned and slightly crispy.
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Step 11: Serve with marinara sauce for dipping if desired.
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