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Vegetarian Spinach Bites with Dipping Sauce

Vegetarian Spinach Bites with Honey Turmeric Dipping Sauce
*This recipe only yields 1 protein for each serving. You can choose to double the protein amount or add an additional protein serving to create a 2 protein per serving meal!*
Makes 24 Bites
Serving Size: 2 Bites
Each serving contains: 1 Protein, 0 Carbohydrates, 0 Vegetables, 0 Fat

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup raw unsalted sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup onion, finely diced
  • 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed
  • 2 Tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbsp butter, softened
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
Dipping Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
Directions:
  1. Preheat oven to 375° and place the oven rack in the center of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Using a food processor or blender, ground the sunflower seeds into a flour consistency. Pour into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Drain excess water from the spinach using a dish towel or paper towel. Add the spinach to the bowl with the sunflower seeds.
  4. Add the onions, basil, garlic, cheese, eggs, butter, oregano, salt and pepper to the bowl. Mix until completely blended.
  5. Portion out the spinach bites into 1 1/2 inch balls using a tablespoon or melon baller. Place on the lined baking sheet.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator uncovered for about 30-60 minutes.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned on the bottom. Flip the bites and bake for another 15 minutes.
  8. Serve with the honey turmeric yogurt dipping sauce.
  9. Use about 2 tsp of dipping sauce per 2 spinach bites.

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