NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz Chickpea pasta shells

0.5 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt

0.5 oz Shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 large Egg

0.25 cup Liquid egg whites

0.13 cup Whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

1 tbsp Nutritional yeast

0.25 tsp Garlic powder

0.25 tsp Onion powder

0.13 tsp Sea salt

0.13 tsp Black pepper

0.5 tsp Avocado oil

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, liquid egg whites, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

• 3

  Stir the cooked pasta into the cheese mixture until well coated, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

• 4

  Scoop the chilled mixture into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.

• 5

  In a small dish, whisk the large egg; in another dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast.

• 6

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

• 7

  Lightly mist the bites with avocado oil and air-fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes until they reach a beautiful golden brown.