Baked Spanish Spinach Balls in Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce (Albond

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Baked Spanish Spinach Balls in Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce (Albond)

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

201

Sugar

Fat

11g

Baked Spanish Spinach Balls in Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce (Albond) is a popular Spanish dish that can be served as an appetizer or side dish. The spinach balls are made with mashed potato, egg, cheese, and breadcrumbs and are baked in the oven until crispy and golden brown. The roasted bell pepper sauce is made by blending roasted red bell peppers, which adds a sweet and smoky flavor to the dish. This dish is a great way to get some vegetables into your diet and is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	In a mixing bowl, combine the spinach, mashed potato, egg, grated cheese, breadcrumbs, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix well to combine.
3.	Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste and roll into small balls.
4.	Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
5.	Bake the balls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
6.	While the balls are baking, roast the red bell pepper directly on a gas flame or under the broiler until completely blackened. Place the pepper in a paper bag for a few minutes to steam and loosen the skin. Peel and remove the seeds from the pepper, then blend it to a smooth puree using a food processor.
7.	Heat the puree in a saucepan and season with salt and pepper.
8.	Arrange the baked spinach balls on a plate and pour the roasted bell pepper sauce over them. Serve warm.

PROS

These spinach balls are a great way to sneak some veggies into your diet and make a flavorful appetizer.
The roasted bell pepper sauce adds a delicious sweetness to the dish.

CONS

These spinach balls are quite delicate and can fall apart easily, so be careful when handling them.
They can also be a bit time-consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a good source of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and calcium. It is also low in calories and high in fiber, making it a healthy addition to your diet. Bell peppers are another good source of vitamin C and also contain antioxidants that can help fight inflammation in the body.

	400 g frozen spinach
	1 large potato , boiled , peeled and mashed
	1 large egg
	2 tablespoons grated cheese
	3 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs
	2 tablespoons olive oil , divided
	1 large red bell pepper
	salt and pepper