Whole30 Spinach Balls
Elevate your appetizers with these irresistible Whole30 Spinach Balls, a crowd-pleasing snack that's healthy, flavorful, and completely grain-free. Packed with nutrient-rich fresh spinach, protein from almond flour and eggs, and a savory boost of flavor from nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and onion powder, these bite-sized delights are perfect for sharing. Blanching the spinach ensures a tender yet vibrant base, while baking in the oven delivers a slightly crispy exterior with a soft and satisfying center. Whether you enjoy them warm or at room temperature, these spinach balls are a versatile addition to any Whole30 meal plan or a delicious finger food for parties and gatherings. Easy to make and ready in under 40 minutes, they’ll quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach (stems removed, roughly chopped)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ghee or avocado oil (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper with ghee or avocado oil.
Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil. Add the chopped spinach and blanch for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain the spinach and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Squeeze out as much excess water as possible from the spinach using your hands or a clean kitchen towel. This step is crucial to prevent the spinach balls from becoming soggy.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until beaten. Add the almond flour, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Add the drained spinach to the bowl and mix until the spinach is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the spinach balls are firm to the touch and lightly golden on the outside.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the spinach balls cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
867 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 383 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2713 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 521 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1837 mg | 39% | |
*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.
