Herbed Corn & Cheese Pancakes
1 C. plain fat-free yogurt
1/4 C. chopped cilantro
2 T. chopped mint
1 Granny Smith apple, finely diced
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 C. low-fat (1%) cottage cheese
1 large egg white
6 T. flour
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 C. frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 T. olive oil
In small bowl, combine 3/4 C. of yogurt, cilantro, mint, and apple; set aside. In large bowl, combine cottage cheese, remaining 1/4 C. yogurt, egg white, flour, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Fold in corn kernels. In large nonstick skillet, heat 1-1/2 tsp. of oil over medium-low heat. Using half the batter, drop by generous 1/3-C. measures into pan to make 4 pancakes. Cook pancakes until lightly golden and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter and 1-1/2 tsp. oil for a total of 8 pancakes. Serve panckes with sauce spooned alongside.
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 220
Fat: 4.9g
Fiber: 2g