Polpette di Fagioli

Polpette di Fagioli are delicious Italian bean burgers that are hearty, flavorful, and completely gluten-free. Perfect for a healthy meal, these patties are packed with protein and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.

Ingredients

• Cannellini beans - 400 grams (canned, drained and rinsed)
• Gluten-free breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (for frying)
• Lettuce leaves - 2 (for serving)
• Tomato - 1, sliced (for serving)
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced (for serving)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, mash the drained cannellini beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some chunks left for texture.
2. Add the gluten-free breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, egg, salt, and black pepper to the mashed beans. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
4. Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
5. Remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
6. Serve the polpette on lettuce leaves topped with sliced tomato and red onion.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 39 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from beans and cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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