NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

3 oz ground turkey

0.25 cup chickpea elbow pasta

0.25 oz sharp cheddar cheese

0.25 cup non-fat Greek yogurt

1 tbsp nutritional yeast

1 large egg

1 tbsp panko breadcrumbs

0.5 tsp avocado oil

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp onion powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Boil the chickpea pasta in salted water until al dente, drain, and set aside to cool slightly.

• 2

  In a small skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned and fully cooked through.

• 3

  In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, turkey, shredded cheddar, Greek yogurt, nutritional yeast, 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 handling.

• 5

  Once chilled, scoop the mixture and roll into 4 or 5 uniform balls.

• 6

  Whisk the egg in one small bowl and place the panko breadcrumbs in another.

• 7

  Dip each ball into the egg wash, then roll in the panko breadcrumbs until fully and evenly coated.

• 8

  Heat the avocado oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

• 9

  Carefully place the bites in the skillet and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, turning gently until all sides are golden brown and crispy.