Nut-Free Vegan Spinach and Potato Balls
Loaded with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor, these Nut-Free Vegan Spinach and Potato Balls are the perfect plant-based snack or appetizer for any occasion. Made with creamy mashed potatoes, vibrant fresh spinach, and aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, this recipe is both nutritious and delicious. Chickpea flour binds the mixture together, offering a protein-packed alternative to traditional fillers, while optional breadcrumbs add a satisfying crispy coating. These golden-brown bites are pan-fried to perfection with a touch of olive oil, making them an easy and family-friendly dish. Naturally nut-free, dairy-free, and customizable with gluten-free breadcrumbs, they cater to a variety of dietary needs. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, and get ready to savor every flavorful, guilt-free bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 500g) Potatoes
- 2 cups (about 60g) Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
- 1 small (finely chopped) Onion
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional, use gluten-free if required)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunks. Boil them in a pot of water until fork-tender, about 12-15 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Wash the fresh spinach leaves and blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water. Squeeze out excess water and chop finely.
Mash the boiled potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Add the chopped spinach, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Gradually add the chickpea flour to the potato-spinach mixture, stirring until the mixture holds together and can be shaped into balls. If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more chickpea flour.
If using breadcrumbs, spread them on a plate. Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1.5 inches in diameter) and roll them gently in the breadcrumbs to coat.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the balls in the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total. Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.0 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3196 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 467.0 g | 170% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.3 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.0 g | ||
| Protein | 82.0 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 32.4 mg | 180% | |
| Potassium | 10164 mg | 216% | |
*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.
