Whole30 Spinach Balls

Packed with nutrient-rich fresh spinach and bound together with wholesome almond flour and nutritional yeast, these Whole30 Spinach Balls are a savory, bite-sized treat perfect for any clean-eating plan. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and bursting with flavor from a blend of garlic and onion powders, making it a crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer. Blanching the spinach and squeezing out excess water ensures a tender yet firm texture, while a hint of ghee or avocado oil adds richness without breaking your Whole30 commitment. Serve these golden, oven-baked delights warm or at room temperature for a healthy, shareable dish packed with hearty greens and satisfying plant-based protein.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh spinach (stems removed, roughly chopped)
• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ghee or avocado oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper with ghee or avocado oil.

Step 2

Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil. Add the chopped spinach and blanch for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain the spinach and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 3

Squeeze out as much excess water as possible from the spinach using your hands or a clean kitchen towel. This step is crucial to prevent the spinach balls from becoming soggy.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until beaten. Add the almond flour, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Add the drained spinach to the bowl and mix until the spinach is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 6

Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the spinach balls are firm to the touch and lightly golden on the outside.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the spinach balls cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(468.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	867.0

Total Fat 62.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 383.0mg	0%
Sodium 2713.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 4.7g
Protein 50.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 520.8mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1837.0mg	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: 60.7%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 17.6%