Spiced Hemp & Goat Cheese Balls with Warm Roasted Vegetables
Doshic Effect: PV-
This recipe is specifically designed to pacify both Vata and Pitta. It is:
Warming, moist, and grounding for Vata (Air/Ether).
Cooling, mild, and non-irritating for Pitta (Fire/Water).
Easy to digest and full of healthy fats and fiber.
Yields: 2 servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/2 recipe (2 cheese balls + 1/2 vegetables)
Servings Per Recipe: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380
Total Fat 26g (33% DV)
Saturated Fat 10g (50% DV)
Cholesterol 22mg (7% DV)
Sodium 220mg (10% DV)
Total Carbohydrate 25g (9% DV)
Dietary Fiber 6g (21% DV)
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 14g (28% DV)
Vitamin A 220% DV
Vitamin C 35% DV
Iron 25% DV
Magnesium 30% DV
Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients:
For the Roasted Vegetables:
1 cup Zucchini, chopped into half-moons
1 cup Sweet Potato, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup Asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tbsp Ghee or Coconut Oil, melted
A generous pinch of turmeric
A generous pinch of coriander powder
A small pinch of cumin powder
A tiny pinch of black pepper (activates turmeric)
Rock salt or mineral salt to taste
For the Hemp & Cheese Balls:
4 tbsp soft Goat Cheese (or paneer for a stricter Ayurvedic option)
2 tbsp Hemp Seeds
1/2 tsp fresh Dill, finely chopped (or ¼ tsp dried)
1/2 tsp fresh Mint, finely chopped
A tiny pinch of fennel powder (optional, for sweetness)
Method:
1. Roast the Vegetables:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
In a bowl, toss the chopped zucchini, sweet potato, and asparagus with the melted ghee/oil, turmeric, coriander, cumin, black pepper, and salt until evenly coated.
Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking tray.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the edges are slightly golden.
2. Toast the Hemp Seeds:
While the vegetables are roasting, place the hemp seeds in a small, dry skillet over medium-low heat.
Toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they become fragrant and make a slight popping sound. Be careful not to burn them.
Immediately transfer them to a small plate to cool.
3. Prepare the Cheese Balls:
In a small bowl, combine the soft goat cheese, fresh dill, fresh mint, and fennel powder (if using). Mix gently.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and roll them into small balls.
Roll each cheese ball in the toasted hemp seeds until fully coated. Set aside.
4. Serve:
Once the vegetables are roasted, divide them between two bowls.
Place 2-3 of the hemp-seed-coated cheese balls on top of the warm vegetables.
Serve immediately while the vegetables are warm.
