Black Bean Meatless Balls

Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, making them a nutritious and delicious meat substitute.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Black Bean Meatless Balls

Cooking Method: Baking, Pan frying Cuisine: International, Mexican Courses: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Black beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
• ¹⁄₄ cup Water
• ¹⁄₂ cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Chili powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Paprika
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Drain and rinse the black beans.
2. In a food processor, combine the black beans, onion, garlic cloves, ground flaxseed, and water. Pulse until well combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and fresh cilantro. Mix well.
4. Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Drizzle the meatless balls with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Allow the meatless balls to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
7. Serve as an appetizer or as a main course with your favorite sauce or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.