Southwestern Rice and Veggie Cakes

Vegetarian
Very Healthy
Health score
61%
Southwestern Rice and Veggie Cakes
15 min.
4
646kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that’s both satisfying and healthy? Look no further than these Southwestern Rice and Veggie Cakes! Perfectly suited for vegetarians and anyone seeking a nutritious option, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a delightful dish that serves four, making it ideal for a family dinner or a gathering with friends.

These cakes are made with a delightful blend of double-fiber breadcrumbs, egg whites, and a flavorful Santa Fe rice medley, ensuring each bite is both hearty and wholesome. The addition of fresh lime juice and chili powder gives them a zesty kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with a creamy light sour cream mixture, these cakes are a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein and fiber, you can enjoy these cakes guilt-free. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a tasty dish to impress your guests, Southwestern Rice and Veggie Cakes are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So grab your frying pan and get ready to savor a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • ounces double-fiber breadcrumbs ( 2 slices)
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder 
  •  egg whites lightly beaten
  • 17 ounce santa fe microwaveable grain rice medley whole cooked (such as Uncle Ben's Santa Fe Ready Rice)
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • ounces preshredded 4-cheese mexican blend cheese shredded reduced-fat (such as Sargento) (such as Cabot)
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream light sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. While skillet heats, combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; mix well. Divide mixture into 8 equal portions, shaping each into a 2-inch patty.
  2. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  3. Add 4 patties to pan; cook 3 minutes. Carefully turn patties over; cook 1 minute or until lightly browned. Repeat procedure with remaining 4 patties. While patties cook, combine sour cream, lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl.
  4. Arrange cakes on a serving platter. Top each with sour cream mixture.
  5. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories646kcal
Protein18.17%
Fat15.88%
Carbs65.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14
Glycemic Load
46.35
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
28.169130454893%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:645.91kcal
32.3%
Fat:11.61g
17.86%
Saturated Fat:5.96g
37.24%
Carbohydrates:108.45g
36.15%
Net Carbohydrates:99.97g
36.35%
Sugar:4.92g
5.47%
Cholesterol:30.26mg
10.09%
Sodium:368.9mg
16.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.89g
59.77%
Manganese:1.81mg
90.36%
Phosphorus:675.55mg
67.56%
Magnesium:234.28mg
58.57%
Zinc:8.29mg
55.26%
Vitamin B3:9.62mg
48.08%
Vitamin B2:0.64mg
37.45%
Folate:144.62µg
36.16%
Copper:0.7mg
35.22%
Fiber:8.48g
33.92%
Selenium:18.84µg
26.91%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
26.03%
Calcium:247.73mg
24.77%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.18%
Iron:3.58mg
19.9%
Potassium:689.43mg
19.7%
Vitamin B5:1.53mg
15.26%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.06%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
7.98%
Vitamin A:295.62IU
5.91%
Vitamin K:4.51µg
4.3%
Vitamin C:1.01mg
1.22%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes