How to Make Swedish Milletballs l Special Diet Recipes | Whole Foods Market

millet

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is high in protein and fiber, while rice is often more affordable.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal is a great egg substitute for binding, while applesauce adds moisture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients, while all-purpose is often less expensive.

In a small bowl, combine flaxseed meal and 1/3 cup water; set aside.

Roughly chop celery and carrots. Blend in a food processor with garlic, 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast, allspice, nutmeg and black pepper until mixture forms a thick paste.

Heat millet in a large pot over medium heat with the lid on until it starts to brown and toast, about 4 to 5 minutes.

Immediately add 1 cup water and the puréed vegetable mixture to the pot. Bring to a boil, then cover, lower heat and simmer until millet is tender, about 20 minutes.

Uncover and stir in flaxseed meal; cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is very thick. Remove from heat and let rest until cool enough to handle.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

Using a tablespoon, portion millet mixture into about 24 balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake until golden brown and firm, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a food processor, process walnuts, tahini, remaining 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast and 3/4 cup water until smooth.

When ready to serve, heat walnut sauce in a large skillet over medium heat until hot; add a few tablespoons of water if it is too thick. Gently add meatballs and toss until coated.

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