Healthier Spinach Balls
Elevate your snack game with these **Healthier Spinach Balls**, a wholesome and delicious twist on a classic favorite! Packed with fresh spinach, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and savory Parmesan cheese, these baked bites are a nutritious alternative to their fried counterparts. Enhanced with aromatic sautéed garlic and onion, they're bursting with flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe takes just 45 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve these spinach balls warm or at room temperature as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a light snack, or a nutritious side dish. With no frying involved and a boost of fiber from whole wheat breadcrumbs, these spinach balls are a guilt-free treat that’s sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the spinach and blanch it for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain and rinse under cold water immediately to stop the cooking process.
Squeeze out as much excess water from the spinach as possible, then chop it finely and set it aside.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, sautéed onion and garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the spinach balls are firm and lightly browned.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a snack, appetizer, or side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.3 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.4 g | 247% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 562 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 5974 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.0 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 127.3 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 3063 mg | 236% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*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.
