Cinnamon Spiced Chard Pancakes Passover

Transform your Passover menu with these Cinnamon Spiced Chard Pancakes, a savory-sweet delight that’s as unique as it is delicious. Swiss chard lends its earthy, nutritious charm to these golden-brown patties, while a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic twist. Bound together with matzo meal and eggs, this gluten-free recipe is perfectly tailored for Passover festivities. Each pancake is pan-fried to perfection in olive oil, creating a satisfying crisp exterior that pairs beautifully with optional toppings like a drizzle of honey or maple syrup and a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt. Ready in just 35 minutes, these versatile pancakes shine as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal, delivering a festive and flavorful addition to your holiday table.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Swiss chard
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Matzo meal
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup (optional, for serving)
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly, remove the tough stems, and chop the leaves finely.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Blanch the finely chopped chard in the boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and immediately rinse it with cold water to stop cooking. Squeeze out excess water and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.

Step 4

Add the matzo meal, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the eggs. Whisk until you have a smooth batter.

Step 5

Fold the blanched chard into the batter, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the pan, flattening each pancake slightly with the back of the spoon. Aim for a small, uniform size for even cooking.

Step 8

Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the skillet; cook in batches if necessary.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the pancakes warm with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup and a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(564.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1002.0

Total Fat 48.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 748mg	0%
Sodium 1752.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.2g
Protein 47.1g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 323.9mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 984.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 37.6%