Easy Swiss Chard Patties aka Swiss Chard Cakes

Easy Swiss Chard Patties aka Swiss Chard Cakes or Fritters

Whether you call these Swiss chard patties or Swiss chard cakes, or Swiss chard fritters these make amazing appetizers or sides. This recipe is so simple, easy and effortless which makes moist little cakes that can be addictive. So versatile they can be served with any meal from breakfast to dinner. You can serve them on their own, as a snack or in sandwiches too.

One of my challenges with the family is leaves! Getting my kids including my husband who is the bigger kid when it comes to eating leaves. They don’t want leaves in their plates.   My husband gets cheeky and says – do I have a substitute for the leaves? Often I say – who doesn’t eat leaves does not get dessert but then again – you want the kids to eat their veggies and enjoy them – food should never be a punishment.

So that’s where I have to think of how am I going to make these brats eat their greens. Don’t get me wrong – they do eat veggies well; including their broccoli and eggplant. We just don’t want leaves.

BUT – when mama adds them to their favorite patties – that’s ok!!

• Mama what inside these – the green stuff?
• Just herbs sweetie – it’s called Swiss chard
• Ah OK… bite…  It is tasty, mama! I think I like it!
• That’s good, sweetie – Enjoy!!

Don’t you love that?  Quiche is another one that works well when it comes to leaves. I make an amazing Crustless Swiss Chard Quiche as well as Crustless Kale Artichoke Ricotta Quiche  – They love it.

Let’s talk ingredients and Substitutes (Save/Pin)

• Swiss Chard – I love Swiss Chard, but you can use spinach or kale in this recipe as well.
• Parsnip – A great way to eat those veggies you see in the supermarket but to substitute, an equal amount of potato works a treat in this recipe too.
• Parmesan – You can omit it, but it does add a sweet, nutty, salty taste to the patties.
• Cheddar – I love cheese in these patties – makes them sweet and creamy; but on a diet? Go ahead and omit it – you won’t miss it much.
• Eggs – We do need the eggs to blend the mixture, but if you prefer to make it eggless you can add 2 tbsp yogurt.
• Onions – I love using fresh veggies when possible but if you prefer you can use 1 tbsp onion powder for a quick substitute.

Parsnip? Really?

I love parsnip but I know like the celeriac it’s always been cast aside. These are healthy delicious vegetable people; use them!
Honestly, you could use potatoes in this as a substitute but if you do find parsnip or celeriac – give it a try. I promise you will enjoy them.
Parsnips do work just like potatoes and absorb any flavor you add to them, and they are very friendly veggies so they go well with Swiss chard, kale, spinach, and most leaves.

Useful Tips and Tools.

• I like to use a nonstick Fry Pan when I shallow fry patties so I use less oil.
• Use a large Bowlto mix all the leaves giving you enough space to combine things or else things keep falling out of the bowl when mixing.
• And a large Spoon is always an asset when mixing leaves.
• A flat Spatula to flip things in the fry pan helps keep the shape of the patties.
• I use the large side of the Grater when making these patties.
• Use a Chopping board andKitchen knife to chop the vegetables into small pieces.

How to Make Easy Swiss Chard Patties aka Swiss Chard Cakes or fritters (Save/Pin)

Ingredients can be found below in the recipe card with unit conversions

Method

Prepare Veggies

• Clean, wash and pat dry the Swiss Chard well
• Chop into small thin strips – finely chopped works best to form into patties
• Clean, peel and grate the parsnip or potatoes (use the thick side of the grater)
• Clean and Chop onions as finely as you can

Prepare batter

• Add all ingredients in a bowl
• Starting with the Swiss chard and parsnip/potato – mix well.
• Add in the finely chopped onion and grated garlic – mix well.
• Followed by the cheeses and herbs.
• Next add in the flour, salt, and pepper – mix well
• Lastly, add the eggs – Mix well.

Cook Patties

• Add a tablespoon oil in a large frypan
• Using your hands foam small golf size balls first then flatten on the palm of your hands
• Carefully place them in the hot oiled frypan.
• You want to cook them on medium for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side.
• Keep a close eye on the heat – the veggies are raw so you want to cook them on both sides slowly without getting too brown or brunt
• Use oil as needed to help cook.
• Once done – remove them on a clean paper hand towel to absorb any excess oil.
• Serve with ketchup on the side.

Tips/Troubleshooting

1. Chop the Swiss chard and parsnips finely. The food processor does a great job of chopping finely.
2. If you do not want to use an egg – use a boiled mashed potato
3. Like crispy edges? use a cast-iron skillet – start on high then low the temperature so it cooks evenly.
4. If you like leaves these are great in sandwiches and wraps. Make extra and save them in the freezer.
5. To make this gluten-free add one boiled mashed potato and a tablespoon of cornstarch to hold the patties together

Frequently asked questions

Carrot Zucchini Fritters aka Carrot Zucchini Patties

Tuna Potato Patties

Kidney Beans Swiss Chard Patties

Spinach Potato Patties (11)

Save this recipe on Pinterest for later. Tried my recipe? Share it with me, please.
Share a picture of your work with me by uploading an image here below my image on this board.
You can find a collection of my tutorials and recipes here on Pinterest.

Easy Swiss Chard Patties aka Swiss Chard Cakes

Author: Veena Azmanov

5 from 21 votes

Print Pin Rate

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 12 mins

Total Time: 22 mins

Calories: 50kcal

$5

Adjust Servings Here: 24 Patties

Description

Whether you call these Swiss chard patties or Swiss chard cakes these make amazing appetizers or sides. This recipe is so simple, easy and effortless makes moist little cakes that can be addictive. So versatile they can be served with any meal from breakfast to dinner. You can serve them on their own, as a snack or in sandwiches too.

Equipment /Tools

• Cutting boards
• Kitchen Knife
• Stainless steel mixing bowl
• Spatula
• Frying Pan

Ingredients

• 4 cups Swiss chard finely chopped
• 2 cups Parsnip or potato finely grated
• 1/4 cup Onion finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp Garlic minced
• 2 Eggs large
• 55 grams All purpose flour
• 1/4 cup Parmesan grated
• 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese grated grated
• 1/4 cup Cilantro/parsley finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
• 1/2 tsp Pepper
• 1/4 cup Oil to shallow fry

Metric – US customary

ADJUST SERVINGS HERE – 24 Patties

Conversions – Switch between Metric & US for other measurement options

Instructions

Prepare Veggies

• Clean, wash and pat dry the Swiss Chard well
• Chop into small thin strips or as desired.
• Clean, peel and grate the parsnip or potatoes (use the thick side of the grater)
• Clean and Chop onions as finely as you can

Prepare batter

• Add all ingredients in a bowl
• Starting with the Swiss chard and parsnip/potato – mix well.
• Add in the finely chopped onion and grated garlic – mix well.
• Followed by the cheeses and herbs.
• Next add in the flour, salt, and pepper – mix well.
• Lastly, add the eggs – Mix well.

Cook Patties

• Add a tablespoon oil in a large fry pan
• Using your hands foam small golf size balls first then flatten on the palm of your hands
• Carefully place them in the hot oiled fry pan.
• You want to cook them on medium for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side.
• Keep a close eye on the heat – the veggies are raw so you want to cook them on both sides slowly without getting too brown or brunt
• Use oil as needed to help cook.
• Once done – remove them on a clean paper hand towel to absorb any excess oil.
• Serve with ketchup on the side.

About Videos – most recipes has two videos – a quick version in the post & longer detailed version on this recipe card. Sometimes a similar recipe video may be used. Please do subscribe to my channel if you like my videos

Nutrition Information

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg

The nutrition information and metric conversion are calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee its accuracy. If this data is important to you please verify with your trusted nutrition calculator. Thank you

Keywords – Appetizers, Asian cakes, patties, Side Dish, Swiss chard, Swiss Chard Cakes, Swiss Chard Patties

Did you make this recipe? I’d love to hear how it was.Mention @veenaazmanov or tag me on Instagram #veenaazmanov

You may also like

• Cheesy baked eggplant slices
• Roasted red pepper goats cheese crostini
• Crustless kale artichoke quiche
• Cheese grilled eggplant and onion quiche
• Artichokes goat cheese quiche
• Black beans curry
• Kidney beans coconut curry
• Homemade Tahini Sauce
• Homemade Hummus
• Roasted Eggplant Salad
• Roasted Eggplant Dip – Babaganoush

Tuna Patties, Tuna Fish Cakes, Tuna Appetizers

Crispy Potato Latkes aka Hanukah Potato Pancakes

Leek Potato Patties (5)

Mince Chicken Cutlets aka Chicken Patties

Kidney Beans Patties aka Vegan Bean Burgers

These kidney beans patties make perfect nutritious and healthy appetizers or sides. As well as great meatless, gluten free and vegan bean burgers. This simple, easy and effortless recipe is versatile and can be modified to suit your taste buds.

Crustless Swiss Chard Quiche – Three Easy Steps

Quick no-curst or crustless quiches are the new trends these days. This simple, easy and effortless recipe for crustless swiss chard quiche is creamy, cheesy and super delicious made with cottage cheese, cheddar cheese that just melts in the mouth.  A perfect take with you quiche to bring as a guest or serve when entertaining at home.