SPINACH NUGGETS

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This is a very easy, very healthy and very yummy recipe from wholesometoddlerfood.com. It's great for kids but I have been asked to make it for adult social events. It shocks people because it is so healthy yet looks and tastes "unhealthy".

Provided by Motivated Mama

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 ounces frozen spinach, cooked drained and chopped if needed
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup flax seed meal (if you don't have these things add 1/4 cup more bread crumbs) or 1/4 cup wheat germ (if you don't have these things add 1/4 cup more bread crumbs)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (you could also try cheddar flavored with sundried tomatoes and basil)
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375.
  • Lightly coat baking sheet with oil or use a non-stick mini muffin pan.
  • Combine all ingredients well.
  • Shape into nuggets or spoon into muffin pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. (Turn nuggets over after 15 minutes).
  • Serve with Ranch Dressing for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.4, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 67.8, Sodium 268.7, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1, Protein 8.2

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