NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1 oz Chickpea pasta

4 oz Ground turkey

0.25 cup Nonfat Greek yogurt

0.75 oz Sharp cheddar cheese

1 large Egg

2 tbsp Whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

1 tsp Garlic powder

1 tsp Onion powder

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tsp Avocado oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Boil the chickpea pasta in salted water until tender, then drain and finely chop into small pieces.

• 2

  Sauté the ground turkey in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and crumbled.

• 3

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

• 4

  Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to allow it to firm up for easier shaping.

• 5

  Whisk the egg in a small shallow bowl and place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow bowl.

• 6

  Form the chilled mixture into 4 to 5 even spheres, dip each into the whisked egg, and then roll in the panko breadcrumbs until coated.

• 7

  Lightly brush or spray the balls with avocado oil and air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until the exterior is golden and crisp.