NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz Chickpea elbow pasta

0.75 oz Sharp cheddar cheese

0.25 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt

1 large egg

2 tbsp Nutritional yeast

2 tbsp Almond flour

1 tbsp Unflavored whey protein isolate

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 in salted water until al dente, then drain and finely chop.

• 2

  In a medium bowl, mix the chopped pasta with Greek yogurt, shredded cheddar, nutritional yeast, whey protein, garlic powder, and onion powder.

• 3

  Place the pasta mixture in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up for easier handling.

• 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 almond flour, sea salt, and black pepper in a separate shallow dish.

• 6

  Dip each ball into the egg wash, then roll in the seasoned almond flour until fully coated.

• 7

  Lightly spray the balls with avocado oil and air-fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes until golden and crunchy.