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Cheesy Chile Leftover Mashed Potato Patties Recipe

Leftover mashed potatoes get turned into healthy, cheesy chile patties for a fantastic side dish or snack. 135 calories and 4 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 135 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chilled leftover low-fat mashed potatoes
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 can 3 ounces diced green chiles
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoon minced cilantro plus more for garnish
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, 1 egg white, green chiles, Parmesan cheese and cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining egg white. In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and pepper.
  4. Using rounded ⅓ cup portions, form the mashed potato mixture into patties. Place the patties on a cutting board.
  5. Dip each patty into the whisked eggs white, then the seasoned breadcrumbs and place on a flat surface, such as a cutting board.
  6. Place the prepared baking sheet in the oven and heat for 5 minutes.
  7. Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and quickly place the patties on the sheet.
  8. Return to the oven and cook until the patties are golden brown, about 15 minutes per side.
  9. Garnish with cilantro (if desired) and serve.

Notes

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Patty Calories 135kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 24.6g (8%) Protein 5.2g (10%) Fat 2.3g (4%) Saturated Fat 1.4g (7%) Cholesterol 6.3mg (2%) Sodium 416.4mg (17%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 135

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Patty
Calories 135kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 24.6g 8%
Protein 5.2g 10%
Fat 2.3g 4%
Saturated Fat 1.4g 7%
Cholesterol 6.3mg 2%
Sodium 416.4mg 17%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.