✔ 1 cup cooked chickpeas or lentils (drained and rinsed) 🫘
✔ ½ cup grated carrots 🥕
✔ ½ cup grated zucchini (squeeze out excess water) 🥒
✔ ½ cup finely chopped mushrooms 🍄
✔ ¼ cup finely chopped onions 🧅
✔ 2 cloves garlic (minced) 🧄
✔ ½ cup breadcrumbs (or oat flour for gluten-free option)
✔ ¼ cup ground flaxseed (binds the mixture)
✔ 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (adds a cheesy, umami flavor)
✔ 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari (for depth of flavor)
✔ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
✔ 1 teaspoon dried oregano 🌿
✔ ½ teaspoon salt & black pepper
✔ 1 tablespoon olive oil (for baking & moisture)
💡 Optional: Add ½ teaspoon chili flakes for a spicy kick!