Heart-Healthy Arepa de Choclo
Discover a nourishing twist on a beloved Colombian classic with our Heart-Healthy Arepa de Choclo recipe. Packed with wholesome ingredients like sweet corn, ground oats, unsweetened almond milk, and a touch of low-fat feta cheese, this gluten-free delight delivers both nutrition and flavor. Using extra virgin olive oil for a crisp, golden finish, these tender arepas are elevated with fresh cilantro for a vibrant, herbaceous kick. Perfect for brunch, a light lunch, or a snack, this recipe balances traditional flavors with heart-conscious choices. Ready in just 40 minutes, these arepas are an irresistible, guilt-free indulgence your whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup ground oats
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup low-fat feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
In a blender, combine the sweet corn kernels and almond milk. Blend until smooth.
Add the ground oats, egg, baking powder, and sea salt to the blender. Blend again until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped cilantro.
Heat one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Pour approximately 1/4 cup of the batter into the skillet for each arepa.
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
Remove from skillet and cool on a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, adding the remaining tablespoon of olive oil as needed.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with additional cilantro or a side of fresh salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.9 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 284 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 3296 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 60.2 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1098 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1667 mg | 35% | |
*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.
