NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.25 oz chickpea elbow pasta

0.75 oz low-fat shredded cheddar cheese

0.5 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt

1 tbsp nutritional yeast

1 large egg

0.13 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp onion powder

0.13 tsp sea salt

0.13 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Boil the chickpea pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and let cool for 5 minutes.

• 2

  In a medium bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded cheddar, Greek yogurt, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and onion powder until well mixed.

• 3

  Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to shape into balls.

• 4

  Scoop the chilled mixture and roll into 1-inch balls using your hands.

• 5

  Whisk the egg in a small bowl and place the panko breadcrumbs, sea salt, and black pepper in a separate shallow dish.

• 6

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

• 7

  Arrange the bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with avocado oil.

• 8

  Air fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes until the coating is golden and the cheese is melted.