NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz chickpea pasta shells

4 oz ground turkey

0.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese

2 tbsp plain nonfat Greek yogurt

1 large egg white

1 tbsp whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp onion powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tsp avocado oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Boil the chickpea pasta shells in salted water until al dente, drain thoroughly, and finely chop into small pieces.

• 2

  In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into very fine crumbles with a spatula.

• 3

  In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped pasta, cooked turkey, shredded sharp cheddar, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 4

  Mix the ingredients until a sticky dough forms, then divide and roll the mixture into 6 even, tightly packed balls.

• 5

  Place the egg white in a small shallow bowl and the panko breadcrumbs in another.

• 6

  Dip each ball into the egg white to coat, then roll gently in the panko breadcrumbs until a light, even layer is formed.

• 7

  Preheat your air fryer to 375°F and lightly coat the basket with avocado oil.

• 8

  Arrange the bites in the basket, leaving space between each, and lightly spray the tops with the remaining avocado oil.

• 9

  Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the exterior is golden-brown and crispy.