Savory Protein Snacks: 3 Recipes You Won't Be Able to Resist
Yuba Bisli, Chickpeas, and Lentil Flour Crackers
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It seems like this summer, there's nothing better than staying home under the air conditioning and watching a Netflix series. Right?
I love lounging on the sofa, pouring myself something cold and bubbly, and snacking on these savory protein treats that I made myself just a few minutes before.
The advantages of making snacks yourself are numerous: I control the amount of fat, saturated fat, and salt, and I decide exactly which ingredients go in.
I like to prepare snacks with a high protein percentage compared to the savory snacks you find in retail chains.
Such as:
- Red lentil flour crackers with Za'atar
- Crunchy Yuba "Bisli"
- Crispy and spicy chickpea snacks.
Now imagine this: a bowl loaded with these savory protein snacks, a cold beer, the AC on full power, and Netflix.
Isn't it perfect?
These protein snacks are best enjoyed shortly after making them, but they can easily be kept in an airtight container for a few days. (Just don't put them in the fridge, as they will lose their crunchiness.)
A Bit About Savory Protein Snacks
Seasoning: I used dry spices like cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, and za'atar. If you don't like a specific spice, swap it for something you love.
Note that I didn't use crushed fresh garlic simply because it might burn during the roasting process and give a bitter, unpleasant taste. If you have garlic powder, that's definitely a good alternative.
To provide crunch and flavor, I used high-quality olive oil. Don't worry, it won't burn at roasting temperatures, so it's perfectly fine to use.
You can't have a savory snack without a generous amount of... salt. I used coarse salt in a minimal amount. If you want to skip it or reduce it, go for it!
Nutritional values for each snack:
Crispy Chickpea Snacks
One serving (out of 2) weighing 200g contains:
- 380 kcal
- 16g protein
- 48g carbohydrates
- 14g fat (including 2g saturated fat)
Yuba Bisli
One serving out of 2 weighing 60g contains:
- 226 kcal
- 33g protein
- 1g carbohydrates
- 10g fat
Orange Lentil Flour Crackers with Za'atar
One serving out of 2 weighing 90g contains:
- 275 kcal
- 22g protein
- 22g carbohydrates
- 11g fat (including 1g saturated fat)
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Lentil Flour Crackers with Za'atar
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In a deep bowl, add the lentil flour and the dry spices (za'atar, paprika, and salt)
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Add the olive oil and cup of water and mix
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Mix until no lumps remain
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If a few lumps remain, set the batter aside for about 5-10 minutes and they will incorporate into the liquid
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Spread the batter thinly onto a baking sheet
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Bake for about 15 minutes
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Cut into squares
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Enjoy!
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