🥦 Mediterranean Broccoli Cheese Patties
If you love quick, beginner-friendly recipes, these Mediterranean Broccoli Cheese Patties are a must-try! Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor, they’re perfect as a snack, light lunch, or healthy side dish.
Inspired by Mediterranean cooking, this version uses fresh herbs, olive oil, and wholesome ingredients while keeping things simple and delicious.
🌿 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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✅ Quick & easy (ready in 30 minutes)
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✅ Budget-friendly ingredients
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✅ Great for beginners
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✅ Kid-approved
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✅ Perfect for meal prep
🧀 Ingredients (Serves 4 | Makes 8–10 patties)
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2 cups broccoli florets (finely chopped or lightly steamed & mashed)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
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¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (Mediterranean touch)
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1 egg
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½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (optional)
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 small garlic clove, minced
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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2–3 tablespoons olive oil (for pan frying)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Broccoli
Lightly steam broccoli for 3–4 minutes until tender. Drain well and finely chop or mash. Make sure excess moisture is removed.
2️⃣ Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheeses, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3️⃣ Shape the Patties
Form small round patties using your hands. If mixture feels too wet, add a little more breadcrumbs.
4️⃣ Cook
Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
5️⃣ Serve
Serve warm with yogurt dip, tzatziki, or a fresh tomato salad.
🥗 Serving Ideas (Mediterranean Style)
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With tzatziki and cucumber salad
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Inside whole wheat pita with lettuce & tomatoes
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Alongside grilled chicken or fish
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As a vegetarian burger alternative
🌱 Healthy Benefits
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Broccoli provides fiber and vitamin C
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Olive oil adds heart-healthy fats
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Cheese adds protein and calcium
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Herbs provide antioxidants
❓ Q & A
❓ Can I bake instead of fry?
Yes! Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
❓ Can I make them gluten-free?
Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or oat flour.
❓ How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
❓ Can I freeze them?
Yes. Freeze cooked patties for up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or air fryer.
❓ Why are my patties falling apart?
Too much moisture. Drain broccoli well and add extra breadcrumbs if needed.
❓ Can I add other vegetables?
Absolutely! Try grated zucchini (squeezed dry), carrots, or spinach.
