Heart-Healthy Cheesy Rice Cake

Satisfy your comfort food cravings without compromising your health with these Heart-Healthy Cheesy Rice Cakes! Made with wholesome brown rice, protein-rich egg whites, and reduced-fat cheddar cheese, this recipe is packed with nutritious ingredients that deliver on both flavor and texture. Fresh spinach and green onions add a vibrant touch, while whole wheat bread crumbs provide a crisp, golden finish. Baked in a muffin tin for convenient individual portions, these savory rice cakes are low in sodium and high in heart-smart ingredients—perfect as a snack, side dish, or light meal. With just 15 minutes of prep and no-fuss baking, it's a delicious and easy way to embrace healthier eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 3 large egg whites
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 3 stalks green onions
• 0.5 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse 1 cup of brown rice under cold water, then combine it with 2 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, finely chop 1 cup of fresh spinach and slice 3 green onions.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mix together the cooked brown rice, 1 cup of reduced-fat cheddar cheese, 3 large egg whites, chopped spinach, sliced green onions, 0.5 cup of whole wheat bread crumbs, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt.

Step 5

Grease a muffin tin with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Divide the rice mixture evenly among 8 muffin cups, pressing lightly to compact the mixture.

Step 6

Bake the rice cakes in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are set.

Step 7

Allow the rice cakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm or at room temperature for a heart-healthy snack or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1222.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1541.4

Total Fat 73.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 170.9mg	0%
Sodium 3414.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 93.5g	0%

Vitamin D 51.3IU	0%
Calcium 1902.1mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1162.7mg	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: 40.5%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 36.5%