By Wesley Perrett
Zucchini Meatballs with Beetroot Hummus
8 steps
Prep:10minCook:1h
Delicious plant-based meatballs served on a vibrant beetroot-based dip, this one is a winner in my eyes!
Updated at: Thu, 11 Jan 2024 07:38:30 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
44
Low
Glycemic Load
41
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories801.1 kcal (40%)
Total Fat34 g (49%)
Carbs94.1 g (36%)
Sugars17.4 g (19%)
Protein33.7 g (67%)
Sodium518.2 mg (26%)
Fiber17.8 g (64%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Zucchini Meatballs
2zucchinis
medium
2cloves garlic
minced
1egg
lightly beaten
1 cupbreadcrumbs
¼ cupnutritional yeast
salt
to season
black pepper
2 Tbspolive oil
parsley leaves
to garnish
parmesan
grated, to garnish
Beetroot Hummus
Instructions
Beetroot Hummus
Step 1
Wrap the beetroot in foil, drizzle with some olive oil and place in an oven, preheated to 190C. Roast for an hour or until tender.
Step 2
Once cooled, cut beetroot into quarters and place in a food processor or blender. Blend until only small bits remain.
Step 3
Add in remaining ingredients, minus the olive oil, and blend until smooth. Slowly add in the olive oil as you continue mixing. Add in some water if mixture is too thick.
Zucchini Meatballs
Step 4
Grate zucchinis and place on some paper towel. Using the paper towel squeeze the grated zucchini until most of the excess moisture is removed.
Step 5
Place dried zucchini into a bowl, adding garlic, egg, breadcrumbs and yeast. Season with salt and black pepper. Give it a good mix.
Step 6
Form combined mixture into small balls, making about 8-10 depending on how large you want them to be.
Step 7
Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the meatballs and fry on all sides until golden brown (about 8-10 minutes).
Serve
Step 8
Spread a quarter of the beetroot hummus onto a plate, placing 2-3 of the meatballs on top. Repeat on remaining plates. Garnish with some parsley and grated parmesan, if desired.
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