NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 oz chickpea pasta

0.75 oz sharp cheddar cheese

0.25 cup non-fat Greek yogurt

0.25 cup liquid egg whites

1 tbsp unflavored whey protein isolate

2 tbsp whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

0.5 tsp garlic powder

0.5 tsp onion powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp avocado oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Boil the chickpea pasta in salted water until tender, then drain thoroughly.

• 2

  Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and Greek yogurt while the pasta is still warm until melted.

• 3

  Spread the mixture into a flat dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes until it becomes firm.

• 4

  Roll the chilled pasta mixture into small, uniform balls using your hands.

• 5

  Pour the liquid egg whites into a small dipping bowl.

• 6

  Combine the panko breadcrumbs, whey protein, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.

• 7

  Roll each ball in the egg whites and then coat evenly with the high-protein breading mixture.

• 8

  Heat the avocado oil in a small, deep saucepan over medium-high heat.

• 9

  Deep-fry the balls in the hot oil until they are crispy and golden brown on all sides.