Low Sodium Crispy Vegetable Balls

Crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Low Sodium Crispy Vegetable Balls are a flavor-packed, guilt-free delight! Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, these golden vegetable bites combine the natural sweetness of grated carrots, zucchini, and red bell peppers with the creamy texture of mashed peas and potatoes. Seasoned with aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and fresh parsley, these veggie-packed balls boast a vibrant burst of flavor in every bite. Bound together with nutritious whole wheat breadcrumbs and corn flour, they’re lightly pan-fried in olive oil for a crispy finish without deep-frying. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy vegetable appetizer is ideal for family dinners, party platters, or a healthy snack. Serve them warm with your favorite low sodium dipping sauce for an irresistible crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup carrot, grated
• 1 cup zucchini, grated
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
• 0.5 cup green peas, boiled and mashed
• 2 medium potato, boiled and mashed
• 0.25 cup corn flour
• 0.5 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, ground
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Grate the carrot and zucchini. Press them in between paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrot and zucchini with the red bell pepper, mashed green peas, and mashed potatoes.

Step 3

Add the corn flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, cumin powder, and parsley to the vegetable mixture.

Step 4

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly to form a dough-like consistency. If the mixture feels too sticky, add more breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into small balls, about the size of a walnut, ensuring they are tightly packed.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, add the vegetable balls to the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd them.

Step 8

Fry the balls for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are crispy and golden brown on all sides.

Step 9

Remove the balls from the pan and place them on paper towels to soak up any excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the crispy vegetable balls warm with your choice of low sodium dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1247.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1202.3

Total Fat 35.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 657.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.3g
Protein 30.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 285.8mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 3558.1mg	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: 25.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 64.5%