Nut-Free Vegan Spinach and Potato Balls

Delight in these flavorful Nut-Free Vegan Spinach and Potato Balls, a wholesome and allergy-friendly dish that's perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main course. Made with a hearty base of tender mashed potatoes and nutrient-packed spinach, these crispy bites are seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika for an irresistible flavor profile. Chickpea flour binds the ingredients together, keeping this recipe entirely gluten-free if you skip the optional breadcrumbs. Pan-fried to golden perfection in olive oil, these savory bites are light yet satisfying and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a plant-based and nut-free option that’s ideal for vegans and anyone looking for a fresh twist on potato-based dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium (about 500g) Potatoes
• 2 cups (about 60g) Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 1 small (finely chopped) Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional, use gluten-free if required)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunks. Boil them in a pot of water until fork-tender, about 12-15 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

Wash the fresh spinach leaves and blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water. Squeeze out excess water and chop finely.

Step 3

Mash the boiled potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Add the chopped spinach, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the chickpea flour to the potato-spinach mixture, stirring until the mixture holds together and can be shaped into balls. If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more chickpea flour.

Step 5

If using breadcrumbs, spread them on a plate. Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1.5 inches in diameter) and roll them gently in the breadcrumbs to coat.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the balls in the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total. Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 7

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1962.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2410.9

Total Fat 31.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3196.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 467.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.3g	0%
Total Sugars 42.0g
Protein 82.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 528.6mg	0%
Iron 32.4mg	0%
Potassium 10163.9mg	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: 11.3%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 75.5%