Chickpea Meatballs No Breadcrumbs Recipe
Enjoy a delicious and healthy twist on traditional meatballs with this Chickpea Meatballs recipe, completely free of breadcrumbs. Packed with protein and fiber, these flavorful plant-based meatballs are made with mashed chickpeas, aromatic herbs, and spices.
Equipment
- Food processor or blender
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup of almond flour
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly, then add them to a food processor or blender. Pulse until they are broken down into small pieces, but be careful not to over-process them.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pulsed chickpeas, almond flour, parsley, mint, cilantro, red onion, garlic, egg, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, roughly the size of a golf ball. Place them on a lightly oiled baking sheet or parchment paper.
- Bake the chickpea meatballs in a preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove the chickpea meatballs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. They can be served with a side salad, hummus, or any other dipping sauce of your choice. Enjoy your delicious, healthy, and gluten-free Chickpea Meatballs!