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Baked Chickpea and Rice Balls

Crispy Baked Chickpea and Rice Balls You’ll Love Forever

These Baked Chickpea and Rice Balls are a delightful, healthy snack option packed with plant-based protein. Perfect for the whole family, even picky eaters.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and dried
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Or quinoa for gluten-free option
  • 1 large Egg Or flax egg for vegan option
For the Coating
  • 1.5 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Gluten-free if needed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Flavor Boosters
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Chives Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Fork or Potato Masher
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained chickpeas until mostly smooth.
  3. Mix in the cooked rice, Panko breadcrumbs, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Whisk the egg and fold it into the chickpea mixture until fully combined.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Form compact balls about 1.5 inches in diameter and roll them in the remaining Panko breadcrumbs.
  7. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm with your favorite dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are well-dried after rinsing. Don't skip chilling step to maintain ball shape during baking.

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