Quinoa, Cauliflower and Chickpea Vegetarian Meatballs with Tahini Sauce

Quinoa is often referred to as a ‘superfood’ due to its high nutritional value and health benefits. It is a complete protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids.

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: 15.

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Quinoa, Cauliflower and Chickpea Vegetarian Meatballs with Tahini Sauce

Cooking Method: Baking, Pan frying Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian 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: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 small head Cauliflower
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• ¹⁄₄ cup Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• ¹⁄₄ cup Tahini
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Water
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.
2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
3. Cut the cauliflower into florets and steam until tender. Drain and set aside.
4. In a food processor, combine the cooked quinoa, steamed cauliflower, chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined but still slightly chunky.
5. Shape the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tahini sauce by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, water, and olive oil in a small bowl.
8. Serve the vegetarian meatballs with the tahini sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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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.