Deliciously crispy veggie balls packed with sweet potatoes, carrots, and corn—a perfect snack or side dish!
Crispy Veggie Balls
Deliciously crispy veggie balls packed with sweet potatoes, carrots, and corn—a perfect snack or side dish!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound sweet potatoes grated
- 1 cup carrots grated
- 1 cup corn
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 shallot chopped
- Sea salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1 egg well beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Romano cheese grated
- 1/2 cup dried bread flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated sweet potatoes, grated carrots, corn, minced garlic, chopped shallot, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
- Add the beaten egg, flour, and grated Romano cheese.
- Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Scoop 1 tablespoon of the veggie mixture and shape it into a ball.
- Roll each ball in the dried bread flakes to coat evenly.
- Brush the veggie balls with olive oil on all sides for a crisp finish.
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- Place the veggie balls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- Cook for 15 minutes or until the balls are golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Repeat the process until all the veggie mixture is used.
- Serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair with a light Pinot Grigio or a sparkling water infused with citrus for a refreshing combination.
Pair with a light Pinot Grigio or a sparkling water infused with citrus for a refreshing combination.
Nutrition values
Calories: 364 kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.3 g | Protein: 14 g | Fat: 13.7 g | Sugar: 5.3 g