Savory Pasta Crumbles

Buckwheat groats coated with garlic-infused olive oil, salt, and nutritional yeast make for a Parmesan-like topping.

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Buckwheat groats coated with garlic-infused olive oil, salt, and nutritional yeast make for a Parmesan-like topping.

Servings
1

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup buckwheat groats
  • 2 Tbs. olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 Tbs. nutritional yeast, divided
  • 2 tsp. salt

Preparation

1. Place buckwheat groats in medium bowl, and cover with 3 inches cold water. Soak 12 hours. Drain.

2. Preheat oven to 300°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Heat oil and garlic in saucepan over low heat until hot. Toss buckwheat groats with garlic oil in bowl. Stir in 1/4 cup nutritional yeast and salt.

3. Spread buckwheat groats in even layer on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining 1 Tbs. yeast. Bake 30 minutes, or until completely dry and crunchy. Cool, and store in airtight container.

Nutrition Information

  • Calories 83
  • Carbohydrate Content 10 g
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 4 g
  • Fiber Content 2 g
  • Protein Content 4 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 0.5 g
  • Sodium Content 584 mg
  • Sugar Content 0.5 g