Heart-Healthy Vegan Spinach and Potato Balls

Packed with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, these Heart-Healthy Vegan Spinach and Potato Balls are the perfect guilt-free snack or meal addition. Made with creamy mashed russet potatoes, nutrient-rich fresh spinach, and a savory blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and nutritional yeast, these baked morsels are both satisfying and nutritious. The use of oat flour and flaxseed keeps this recipe completely plant-based and gluten-free, while a light spray of olive oil ensures a tempting golden-brown finish without the need for deep frying. Quick to prepare and oven-baked to crispy perfection, these spinach and potato balls are ideal for dipping, topping salads, or adding to your favorite grain bowls. Fuel your body with heart-healthy goodness that’s as versatile as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Oat flour
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
• 6 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0 as needed Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the russet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in a large pot of water for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.

Step 2

While the potatoes cook, prepare the flax egg by combining the ground flaxseed with water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 3

In a large pan, sauté the fresh spinach with 1 minced garlic clove over medium heat until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and mash them in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 5

Chop the wilted spinach finely and add it to the mashed potatoes along with the nutritional yeast, oat flour, flax egg, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Using clean hands, form the potato mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Lightly spray the spinach and potato balls with olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 9

Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.

Step 10

Allow the balls to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy on their own, with a dip of your choice, or as a topping for salads or grain bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1039.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1239.9

Total Fat 15.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1398.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 355.4mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 4772.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.9%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 73.5%