Low Fat Classic Potato and Ham Croquettes

Perfectly crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside, these Low Fat Classic Potato and Ham Croquettes are a guilt-free twist on a beloved comfort food. Made with fluffy mashed russet potatoes, lean low-fat ham, fragrant parsley, and green onions, these croquettes are bursting with rich, savory flavors while keeping things light. Instead of frying, they’re oven-baked with a quick olive oil spray for a golden, crunchy breadcrumb coating that pairs beautifully with the creamy interior. Ready in under an hour, these easy-to-make croquettes are ideal as a healthy appetizer, snack, or side dish for any occasion. Whether served with a tangy dipping sauce or enjoyed on their own, these croquettes are a satisfying, low-fat treat the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Russet potatoes
• 150 grams Low-fat ham
• 2 whole Egg whites
• 60 milliliters Low-fat milk
• 100 grams Bread crumbs
• 0 Olive oil cooking spray
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the russet potatoes into large chunks. Place them in a pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 2

While the potatoes are cooking, finely chop the low-fat ham into small cubes and set aside.

Step 3

Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth and free of lumps.

Step 4

Stir the chopped ham into the mashed potatoes, adding the low-fat milk, salt, black pepper, chopped parsley, and green onions. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Shape the potato mixture into small croquettes, approximately 2 inches in length and 1 inch in diameter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

In a shallow bowl, beat the egg whites until slightly frothy. Place the bread crumbs in another shallow dish.

Step 8

Dip each croquette into the egg whites, allowing any excess to drip off, then roll it in the bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.

Step 9

Arrange the breaded croquettes on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece.

Step 10

Lightly spray the croquettes with olive oil cooking spray to encourage browning.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the croquettes are golden brown and crisp.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your low-fat potato and ham croquettes warm, garnished with extra chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(894.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1139.1

Total Fat 10.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 71.8mg	0%
Sodium 4596.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 190.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 66.7g	0%

Vitamin D 25.2IU	0%
Calcium 375.3mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 3577.5mg	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: 8.6%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 67.7%