Description
Healthy baked quinoa balls made with spinach and feta. These flavorful bites are rich in protein and fiber, ideal for snacks, parties, or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
2 large eggs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Olive oil spray (for brushing or greasing)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. If quinoa is uncooked, cook it according to package directions, then cool completely.
3. Finely chop spinach and squeeze out excess moisture.
4. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, spinach, feta, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Mix until the ingredients combine well and hold their shape.
6. Scoop a tablespoon of mixture and roll it into small, firm balls.
7. Arrange the quinoa balls evenly on the baking sheet with space between them.
8. Lightly spray or brush the tops with olive oil.
9. Bake for 18–22 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
10. Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.
11. Serve warm with Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce.
12. To store, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
13. To freeze, flash-freeze on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
14. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven or air fryer until warm and crisp.
Notes
Use flax eggs and dairy-free cheese for a vegan version.
Add sun-dried tomatoes or crushed red pepper for extra flavor.
Perfect for meal prep, parties, or quick snacks.
Store in airtight containers to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack / Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg