Heart-Healthy Arepa de Yuca
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this *Heart-Healthy Arepa de Yuca*, a wholesome twist on a traditional Latin favorite. Made with grated yuca (cassava root), flaxseeds, chia seeds, and a touch of extra virgin olive oil, these crispy yet tender patties are packed with fiber, omega-3s, and plant-based goodness. Fresh oregano brings a fragrant herbal note, while avocado slices tossed in bright lemon juice add a creamy, refreshing topping. Perfectly golden-browned on a skillet, these arepas are gluten-free and refined oil-free, making them a nutritious choice for anyone embracing clean eating. Ready in under 45 minutes and ideal for brunch or a light meal, this recipe is as heart-healthy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups yuca (cassava) root, peeled and grated
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated yuca and water. Stir well to hydrate the yuca.
Add the olive oil, chopped oregano, ground flaxseeds, chia seeds, sea salt, and black pepper to the yuca mixture. Stir until well combined.
Form the yuca mixture into 4 equal-sized balls, and then flatten each ball into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.
Lightly coat the preheated skillet with a small amount of olive oil. Place the yuca patties onto the skillet.
Cook the arepas for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Flip them carefully halfway through for even cooking.
While the arepas are cooking, in a small bowl, toss the sliced avocado with lemon juice. This will prevent browning and add a fresh flavor.
Once cooked, remove the arepas from the pan and let them cool slightly on a cooling rack.
Serve these heart-healthy arepas topped with slices of lemon-avocado for a creamy contrast to the crispy exterior.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 991 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 903 mg | 19% | |
*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.
