Heart-Healthy Potato Croquettes

Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence with these Heart-Healthy Potato Croquettes, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with fiber-rich russet potatoes and protein-packed quinoa, these oven-baked croquettes are crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, offering a satisfying bite without the need for frying. Seasoned with fresh parsley, chives, garlic, and onion powders, they’re bursting with flavor in every bite. Coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs for added crunch and paired with a tangy non-fat Greek yogurt and lemon dipping sauce, this recipe is a nutritious option perfect for snacking, appetizers, or light meals. Easy to prepare in under an hour, these croquettes are a delicious way to support a heart-healthy lifestyle while still indulging in comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks. Boil in a large pot of water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the potatoes are boiling, rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the broth is absorbed.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, mash the boiled potatoes until smooth. Stir in cooked quinoa, olive oil, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Shape the potato mixture into small patties, about 2 tablespoons each.

Step 6

Coat each patty lightly with whole wheat breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs.

Step 7

Place the croquettes on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

While croquettes are baking, prepare the dipping sauce by combining the Greek yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.

Step 9

Serve croquettes warm with yogurt dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1657.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2059.4

Total Fat 46.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 3.5mg	0%
Sodium 3592.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 72.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 364.9mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 5039.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.1%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 65.8%