Soy-Free Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Soy-Free Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes! Perfectly golden and crisp on the outside, with a creamy, flavorful sweet potato filling, these croquettes are a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food. Made with almond flour and almond meal for a nutty, gluten-free coating, they’re bound together with flaxseed instead of eggs, making them entirely vegan. Infused with warm nutmeg, zesty lemon, and fresh parsley, every bite is bursting with flavor. These croquettes are pan-fried for a golden crust and finished in the oven to perfection, making them an ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack. Simple yet stunning, this recipe is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a gluten-free, soy-free, and nutrient-packed option to share at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup almond meal
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
• 6 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Boil the sweet potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

While the sweet potatoes are cooling, combine the ground flaxseeds and water in a small bowl. Stir well and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it gets thick and gelatinous.

Step 4

Mash the sweet potatoes in a large bowl until smooth. Add the flaxseed mixture, almond flour, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, parsley, and lemon zest. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined.

Step 5

Shape the sweet potato mixture into small croquette shapes (about 2 inches long).

Step 6

Take each croquette and coat it with the almond meal, pressing lightly to adhere.

Step 7

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the croquettes in the skillet, working in batches if necessary to not overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Cook the croquettes until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the croquettes to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake the croquettes in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes to ensure they're heated through and the coating is well set.

Step 10

Serve the almond-crusted sweet potato croquettes warm, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(811.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1839.4

Total Fat 130.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1452.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 51.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 618.3mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 2483.7mg	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: 60.0%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 29.4%