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Chickpea Miso Bison Meatballs with Hemp Hearts & Sesame Seeds (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free Optional)

Name: Chickpea Miso Bison Meatballs with Hemp Hearts & Sesame Seeds (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free Optional)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (450 g) ground bison; 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas, mashed; 1 tablespoon chickpea miso (or white miso for non soy-free); 2 tablespoons hemp hearts; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (plus more for garnish); 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped; 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1/2 tsp fresh); 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil (for pan-frying or brushing before baking)

Category:

Main Course

Difficulty: Easy

Serves:

4 people

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Rating:

(0.00/5)

July 26, 2025 by Chef Molly

Tender meatballs blending hearty bison, umami-rich miso, and crunchy hemp hearts.

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What You’ll Need:

1 lb (450 g) ground bison
1/2 cup cooked chickpeas, mashed
1 tablespoon chickpea miso (or white miso for non soy-free)
2 tablespoons hemp hearts
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (plus more for garnish)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1/2 tsp fresh)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil (for pan-frying or brushing before baking)

Prepration for:Chickpea Miso Bison Meatballs with Hemp Hearts & Sesame Seeds (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free Optional)

Step 1/6

Preheat Oven (If Baking): Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2/6

Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine ground bison, mashed chickpeas, chickpea miso, hemp hearts, sesame seeds, garlic, green onion, herbs, ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated—don’t overwork the meat.

Step 3/6

Form Meatballs: Roll mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs (about a heaping tablespoon each). You should get around 16 meatballs.

Step 4/6

Cook Options: Bake: Place meatballs on the lined sheet, brush with a little oil, and bake for 18–20 minutes, turning once halfway.

Step 5/6

Pan-fry: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, for 10–12 minutes or until browned and cooked through.

Step 6/6

Finish & Serve: Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Serve over rice, in wraps, or with roasted veggies.

Chef's Tips & Notes

Soy-Free Version: Use chickpea miso instead of traditional soy-based miso.

Meal Prep Friendly: These meatballs freeze well. Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Serve With: A tahini dipping sauce, coconut aminos drizzle, or over cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

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Chickpea Miso Bison Meatballs with Hemp Hearts & Sesame Seeds (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free Optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat Oven (If Baking):
Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Mix Ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, combine ground bison, mashed chickpeas, chickpea miso, hemp hearts, sesame seeds, garlic, green onion, herbs, ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated—don’t overwork the meat.

Step 3

Form Meatballs:
Roll mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs (about a heaping tablespoon each). You should get around 16 meatballs.

Step 4

Cook Options:
Bake: Place meatballs on the lined sheet, brush with a little oil, and bake for 18–20 minutes, turning once halfway.

Step 5

Pan-fry: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, for 10–12 minutes or until browned and cooked through.

Step 6

Finish & Serve:
Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Serve over rice, in wraps, or with roasted veggies.

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