Low Sodium Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes

Crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, these Low Sodium Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes are a healthier twist on a classic comfort food. Made with creamy mashed sweet potatoes, toasted almonds, and a light coating of almond flour and panko breadcrumbs, these golden bites deliver a satisfying crunch without the sodium overload. Infused with aromatic garlic, onion powder, and fresh parsley, they offer layers of flavor in every bite. Baked to perfection instead of fried, these croquettes are ideal for a wholesome snack, appetizer, or side dish. With their gluten-free almond crust and heart-healthy olive oil drizzle, they’re a guilt-free indulgence that’s easy to make and even easier to love.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Sweet potatoes
• 1 cup Unsalted almond flour
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Almonds
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Steam or boil them until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 3

While the sweet potatoes are cooking, lightly toast the almonds in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, then finely chop them or pulse them in a food processor until coarse.

Step 4

Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, mash them in a large bowl until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and fresh parsley into the mashed sweet potatoes.

Step 6

In a small dish, beat the egg with the water to create an egg wash.

Step 7

In another dish, combine the almond flour, chopped almonds, and panko breadcrumbs, mixing well.

Step 8

Form the sweet potato mixture into small balls, about 2 tablespoons each. You should have around 12 croquettes.

Step 9

Dip each croquette into the egg wash, then roll it in the almond and breadcrumb mixture to completely coat. Repeat for all croquettes.

Step 10

Place the croquettes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 11

Drizzle or lightly mist the croquettes with olive oil to help them turn golden as they bake.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the croquettes are golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through for even cooking.

Step 13

Allow the croquettes to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(597.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1332.8

Total Fat 86.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 487.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 30.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 362.8mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 197.1mg	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: 57.4%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 33.4%