Vegetable Sesame Rice Balls

Delight your taste buds with these wholesome and bite-sized Vegetable Sesame Rice Balls, a perfect fusion of flavor and nutrition. Made with hearty short-grain rice, a medley of steamed carrots, green beans, and sweet corn, and infused with the nutty richness of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds, these rice balls are as satisfying as they are versatile. A splash of soy sauce adds a savory depth, while finely chopped scallions lend a touch of freshness. For an optional twist, wrap them in nori sheets to enhance their umami appeal. These rice balls are quick to prepare, ready in just 25 minutes, and make an excellent grab-and-go snack, lunchbox addition, or elegant party appetizer. Ideal for fans of easy vegetarian recipes, this dish is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and delightful texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked short-grain rice
• 0.5 cup Carrot, finely diced
• 0.5 cup Green beans, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Sweet corn kernels
• 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Water (for steaming vegetables)
• 2 sheets Nori sheets (optional, for wrapping)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and prepare all vegetables by finely dicing the carrot, chopping the green beans, and readying the corn kernels.

Step 2

Bring a small pot of water to a gentle boil. Steam or blanch the diced carrot, green beans, and corn for 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, steamed vegetables, scallions, toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Dampen your hands with a small amount of water to prevent sticking. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the rice mixture and shape it into a compact ball by pressing gently between your palms. Repeat with the remaining mixture until all rice balls are formed.

Step 5

If desired, cut the nori sheets into thin strips and wrap them around the rice balls for added flavor and presentation.

Step 6

Arrange the rice balls on a serving platter and garnish with additional sesame seeds or scallions if preferred.

Step 7

Serve immediately at room temperature or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(501.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	400.9

Total Fat 23.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1311.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 12.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 252.3mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1128.0mg	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: 47.7%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 40.9%