Latkes with Apple-Yogurt Dip
Use any kind of bread crumbs you prefer (fine, panko, homemade) as long as they're not too soft, as well as any apple variety that looks fresh.
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Nutritional Bonus: Vitamin A helps your skin and mucous membranes fight off bacteria and viruses, and this recipe contributes nearly 66% of your RDI – mainly thanks to the carrots. Additionally, zucchini and Russet potatoes provide a boost of potassium, satisfying 17% of your daily requirement and also supporting muscle function, which is especially important for exercising.
Ingredients
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 1 large carrot, trimmed, peeled and sliced crosswise into 2 or 3 pieces
- 1 zucchini, trimmed and halved lengthwise
- 3/4 lb Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp potato starch
- 3 tbsp whole-wheat bread crumbs
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1/2 apple, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Mist a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Using the shredding attachment of a food processor, shred carrot, zucchini and potatoes; transfer to a large bowl. (Alternatively, shred vegetables using the large holes of a box grater.) Add eggs, potato starch, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper and cayenne to potato mixture and mix well to combine.
- Heat a large skillet on medium-high and coat with cooking spray. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, scoop 2 tbsp potato mixture per latke, squeezing out excess liquid, and drop into skillet, spreading each into 1/4-inch-thick circle. Cook, turning once, until deep golden brown on both sides, about 6 minutes; transfer to baking sheet. Bake until cooked through and vegetables are soft but not mushy, 12 to 14 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine apple and yogurt. Serve immediately with latkes, as a dipping sauce or spooned over top.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size 6 latkes and 1/4 cup apple yogurt dip
- Calories 200
- Carbohydrate Content 33 g
- Cholesterol Content 106 mg
- Fat Content 3 g
- Fiber Content 3 g
- Protein Content 11 g
- Saturated Fat Content 1 g
- Sodium Content 375 mg
- Sugar Content 7 g
- Monounsaturated Fat Content 0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat Content 0 g