Bavarian Cheese Spätzle

A high-protein, muscle-building version of the German comfort classic! This recipe uses whole grain flour and light cheese to provide a balanced meal that supports recovery without the heavy fat content of traditional versions.

Bavarian Cheese Spätzle

Preparation

1
Whisk the whole wheat flour, eggs, egg whites, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl until the dough is smooth and starts to form small bubbles.
2
Let the dough rest for about ten minutes while you bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
3
Thinly slice the onion and sauté it in a non-stick pan with olive oil over medium heat until golden brown and soft.
4
Press the dough through a spätzle maker or scrape small strips off a wooden board directly into the boiling water.
5
Wait for the noodles to float to the surface, which takes about two minutes, then scoop them out with a slotted spoon.
6
Layer the hot noodles in a bowl with the shredded light cheese and the caramelized onions.
7
Toss everything together until the cheese is melted and creamy, then serve immediately.

Nutrational Values per serving

214
kcal
13g
protein
27g
carbs
7g
fat

Ingredients

  • whole wheat flour 1.5 cup
  • egg 2 piece
  • egg white 2 piece
  • reduced fat shredded cheese 1 cup
  • onion 1 piece
  • olive oil 1 tsp
vegetarian high-protein high-fiber clean-eating
Difficulty 1/3
Duration 25 Min