Quinta Quinoa Meatballs

Did you know mushrooms are an excellent source of vitamin D, potassium, and selenium?

That’s why we decided to add them to these delicious Quinta Quinoa ‘meatballs’!

This recipe is ideal for a family lunch not only because of its nutritional value but because it is well perceived by everyone!

Prep: 35 minutes

Servings: 20

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup cooked quinoa
• 4 ounces baby Bella mushrooms stem removed
• 1/2 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup thawed frozen chopped spinach (squeezed dry)
• 1 egg whisked
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning or whatever seasonings you like
• 2 tablespoons finely grated parmesan cheese -optional

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Using a food processor, pulse mushrooms until finely chopped.
3. Transfer to a bowl and then add the onion and garlic to the processor and pulse until finely chopped also. Be careful not to over pulse to retain texture.
4. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.
5. Mix ingredients using your hands (but don’t overwork the meat!) and shape into small sized balls.
6. Place in greased mini muffin pan (or baking sheet) and bake for 15-20 min, or until meatballs are browned and cooked through

When ready, these meatballs will be the perfect plate for you and your family: yummy, healthy and full of nutrients, bon appetit!