Swiss Chard Fritters Recipe

Name: Swiss Chard Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 ounces (2 bunches) Swiss chard leaves, stems removed; 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped dill; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 large eggs; 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese (1/2 cup); Olive oil; Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

14 ounces (2 bunches) Swiss chard leaves, stems removed
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped dill
1 1/2 teaspoons grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 large eggs
3 ounces crumbled feta cheese (1/2 cup)
Olive oil
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add chard and simmer for 5 minutes.
2
Remove from pot and drain well, patting leaves dry with a paper or kitchen towel.
3
Place chard in food processor with herbs, nutmeg, sugar, flour, garlic and eggs.
4
Pulse until well blended.
5
Fold in feta by hand.
6
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
7
When oil is hot, spoon in 1 heaping tablespoon of mixture for each fritter (you should be able to fit three fritters per batch).
8
Press down gently on fritter to flatten.
9
Cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
10
Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
11
Add another tablespoon oil to pan and repeat.
12
Serve warm, with lemon wedges (optional).

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 ounces (2 bunches) Swiss chard leaves, stems removed, 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped dill, and more.

Yes, Swiss Chard Fritters falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Swiss Chard Fritters

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