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Sun-dried Tomato Spinach Balls

  • Author: Ann
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: About 24 spinach balls 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups fresh spinach leaves, trimmed and washed
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan, Romano or Asiago cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped basil leaves
  • 2 Tablespoons whole psyllium husk
  • 1 Tablespoon sun dried tomato pesto (a.k.a., Pesto Rosso – store bought or use this recipe)
  • 34 cloves garlic, peeled & chopped
  • 1 teaspoon bacon salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2/3 cup oat bran
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicon baking mat or spray with cooking spray.
  2. Put the spinach leaves in a food processor and pulse several times until the leaves are chopped to bits. Set the spinach in a large microwave-safe mixing bowl and microwave for about 3 minutes on high, stirring in the middle, until the spinach is wilted.
  3. Pour the leaves into a strainer over the sink and use a clean kitchen towel to press down and squeeze out the excess juices.
  4. Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl and mix well. Take a taste and add salt & pepper if needed.
  5. Use a Tablespoon measure to scoop up balls of the “dough” and form into balls, setting them on the prepared pan as you go.
  6. Bake at 375 F. for 20 – 30 minutes or until they are golden brown. Serve warm with sauce for dipping.

Notes

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Keywords: Spinach, Cheese, Garlic, Snack, Sun-dried Tomato, Italian