Tofu Nut Balls

Delight your taste buds with these savory and protein-packed Tofu Nut Balls, a perfect blend of hearty tofu, crunchy mixed nuts, and aromatic herbs. This vegan recipe is not only easy to prepare but also rich in texture and flavor, making it an ideal appetizer or a satisfying addition to any meal. Enhanced with sautéed garlic and onion, and bound together with a flour paste for the perfect bake, these golden-brown bites are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or as a wholesome snack for your next gathering. This recipe is your go-to for quick, nutritious, and flavorful vegan finger foods!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams firm tofu
• 100 grams mixed nuts (such as walnuts, almonds, and cashews)
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 small onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons parsley or cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture. Crumble it into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the mixed nuts using a knife or food processor. Add them to the bowl of crumbled tofu.

Step 3

Peel and finely dice the onion and garlic cloves. Sauté them in a pan with the olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the tofu mixture, along with the breadcrumbs, soy sauce, parsley or cilantro, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix well with your hands or a spoon until evenly combined.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the flour and water to form a thick paste. Add this to the tofu mixture as a binding agent and mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 7

Using your hands, shape the tofu mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them evenly spaced on the baking tray.

Step 8

Bake the tofu nut balls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 9

Remove the tofu nut balls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a main dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	813.7 grams (813.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1590

Total Fat 92.30g	118%
Saturated Fat 11.00g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4021mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 136.70g	50%
Dietary Fiber 18.20g	65%
Total Sugars 20.90g
Protein 81.00g	162%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 826mg	64%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 1650mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.8%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 32.1%