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[NEW] Sweet Potato And Pear Latkes

Latkes take a little more work than many of us have time for on a busy weeknight, but if you're looking for a little something special for a holiday meal or weekend family dinner, this recipe is just the ticket. Lightly sweet and deliciously crispy, it's the perfect option for celebrating without compromising on nutrition. Tips: If you want to use traditional latke garnishes like sour cream and applesauce, choose low-fat and unsweetened versions for the best nutrition.
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Prep Time: 15 min.
Cook Time: 45 min.
Total Time: 1 hour
8 Servings
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[NEW] Sweet Potato And Pear Latkes

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450ºF and place two nonstick baking sheets in the oven.
  2. Combine grated sweet potatoes, pear, and onion. Press in a strainer to remove excess liquid. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, bread crumbs, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir in the potatoes, pear, and onion.
  4. Remove the hot baking sheets from the oven and spray thoroughly with cooking spray. Spoon latke mixture onto sheets and flatten into 2" patties. Bake until golden brown, turning once (12-15 minutes per side).
  5. Serve hot with garnishes as desired.

Nutrition Facts

8 servings per container
Serving size 189 g
Amount per serving
Calories 147
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 94.6mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 32.9g 12%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g 18%
Total Sugars 9.6g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 4.4g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 42.9mg 4%
Iron 0.9mg 6%
Potassium 477.6mg 10%

*The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

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