A tasty and protein-rich plant-based main dish, perfect for the whole family. Great for meal prep and lunchboxes!

📝 Ingredients (makes about 15 balls)

• 200 g cooked chickpeas (or lentils)
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 carrot
• ½ red onion
• 2 tbsp chickpea flour (or oat flour)
• 1 tbsp chia seeds + 3 tbsp water
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• ½ tsp ground cumin (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

🍳 Instructions

1. Make the chia gel: mix chia seeds with water and let sit for 10 minutes until gelled.
2. Grate the vegetables: zucchini and carrot. Squeeze out excess liquid.
3. Lightly sauté the onion in oil until soft (optional).
4. Blend the chickpeas with the chia gel, spices, salt and pepper to a coarse paste.
5. Add the veggies, onion and flour and mix well. If too soft, add more flour.
6. Form balls and place on a baking tray with parchment paper. Brush lightly with oil.
7. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.

🌿 Tips

• You can use lentils or beans instead of chickpeas.
• For a stovetop version: cook in a pan with a little oil, 3–4 minutes per side.
• Great with plant-based yogurt sauce or hummus.

🥗 Approximate nutrition (3 veggie balls)