CHICKPEA AND SUNDRIED TOMATO “MEATBALLS”
16/04/15 12:59
CHICKPEA AND SUNDRIED TOMATO “MEATBALLS”
This morning, I read an article discussing how men still see going vegan as something that makes them look weak. It’s the perception versus reality. With more and more athletes switching to the plant based lifestyle this perception should change in time. If you have doubts just watch Rip Esselstyn (in the documentary Forks over Knifes) climbing up the fire station poll, using arms only, chanting “real men eat plants”. Or check out the insane work outs of vegan athlete Frank Medrano on Youtube!
Recently, I have discovered Jim Smith and his blog http://www.finallyourtime.com . It is very inspiring to see that a change is possible at any age and indeed with great benefits. Jim has seen several health issues resolved after changing his diet, for example his Parkinson’s disease symptoms have disappeared. Read and get inspired.
And make some chickpea and sun-dried tomato balls, they are scrummy! I am making them today for a bunch of 12 year olds who are coming for dinner! Serving them spaghetti with meatballs style and doubling the recipe. Let’s home they will enjoy them as much as my family did. I may not tell them what is in them. KIDS can be awkward!
CHICKPEA AND SUNDRIED TOMATO “MEATBALLS”
Makes 20
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large clove garlic, chopped
1 tsp paprika
6 sun dried tomatoes
1 tin chickpeas, drained
2 Tbs Tahini
1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or gluten free)
salt and pepper to taste
This morning, I read an article discussing how men still see going vegan as something that makes them look weak. It’s the perception versus reality. With more and more athletes switching to the plant based lifestyle this perception should change in time. If you have doubts just watch Rip Esselstyn (in the documentary Forks over Knifes) climbing up the fire station poll, using arms only, chanting “real men eat plants”. Or check out the insane work outs of vegan athlete Frank Medrano on Youtube!
Recently, I have discovered Jim Smith and his blog http://www.finallyourtime.com . It is very inspiring to see that a change is possible at any age and indeed with great benefits. Jim has seen several health issues resolved after changing his diet, for example his Parkinson’s disease symptoms have disappeared. Read and get inspired.
And make some chickpea and sun-dried tomato balls, they are scrummy! I am making them today for a bunch of 12 year olds who are coming for dinner! Serving them spaghetti with meatballs style and doubling the recipe. Let’s home they will enjoy them as much as my family did. I may not tell them what is in them. KIDS can be awkward!
CHICKPEA AND SUNDRIED TOMATO “MEATBALLS”
Makes 20
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large clove garlic, chopped
1 tsp paprika
6 sun dried tomatoes
1 tin chickpeas, drained
2 Tbs Tahini
1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or gluten free)
salt and pepper to taste
- Add the onion, garlic, paprika, sun dried tomatoes, chickpeas and Tahini into your food processor. Process till all ingredients are well combined.
- Add the breadcrumbs and seasoning. Combine well using hands.
- Shape into walnut size balls, it will make about 20. Wetting your hands with water when doing this.
- Bake on a baking tray lined with parchment paper for about 20 minutes or till golden brown. Turn the chickpea balls halfway through.
- Serve with pasta and tomato sauce, or as a component of a mezze spread.
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