Spinach and Ricotta Fritters
These savory Ricotta Fritters are delicious and so easy to make. They make a tasty low carb appetizer or side dish!
Ingredients
- 8 ounceschopped frozen spinach (thawed)
- 1 cupwhole milk ricotta
- ½ cupalmond flour
- ⅓ cupfinely grated parmesan cheese
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 2 tspitalian seasoning
- ¼ tspred pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tspsalt
- ½ tsppepper
- 1 largeegg
- 1 tbspmelted butter or olive oil
Directions
- 1
Place the thawed spinach in a kitchen rag or tea towel and twist to release as much moisture as possible. This is best done over the sink!
- 2
In a large bowl, stir together the ricotta, almond flour, spinach, parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Add the egg and work that in until well combined. Use a silicone spatula to work everything together like a dough.
- 4
Using about 2 tablespoons of the mixture at a time, form into balls and then flatten the balls into patties. You should get at least 12.
- 5
Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF and lightly grease the rack(s). Place the fritters in a single layer on the racks and brush lightly with melted butter or oil. If your air fryer is small, you may need to work in batches.
- 6
Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping over partway through and brushing the second side with butter or oil.
- 7
Serve with marinara or other favorite dipping sauces.