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    Light Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe with Sage Breadcrumbs

    Published: Nov 20, 2015 · Modified: May 2, 2022 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 2 Comments

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    Set aside the marshmallows and serve this light sweet potato casserole recipe, topped with golden brown sage breadcrumbs, at your Thanksgiving feast.
    Light Sweet Potato Casserole with Sage Breadcrumbs…Full of flavor and the perfect recipe for Thanksgiving! 99 calories and 3 Weight Watchers PP | cookincanuck.com

    I realize that I may be stepping into dangerous territory with this statement, but I just can't get behind sweet potato dishes that involve marshmallows. I know, I know...I shouldn't be allowed to celebrate Thanksgiving with that sort of attitude. And while I'm confessing, I may as well put it all on the line. Green beans and cream of mushroom soup are not meant to tango together. (Ducking to avoid the cans of soup being hurled at my head.)

    We all have our holiday opinions, right? As much as I adore stuffing, I acknowledge that others shudder at the thought of soaked, baked bread. I get it. I may not agree with those who eschew stuffing in favor of creamy green beans, but I respect their right to feast anyway they wish. A little variety makes the world go round!

    For those of you are in the same boat as me, marshmallow-ly speaking, I have a recipe that may renew your appreciation for sweet potato casseroles.

    Light Sweet Potato Casserole with Sage Breadcrumbs…Full of flavor and the perfect recipe for Thanksgiving! 99 calories and 3 Weight Watchers PP | cookincanuck.com

    Sweet potatoes have a lovely natural sweetness, so I just added one tablespoon of maple syrup to the mashed mix, lightening it up with just a couple of tablespoons of butter and a splash of low-fat milk. Why use a stick of butter (and end up feeling as stuffed as the turkey by the end of the day) if you can achieve a fantastic flavor and texture with a fraction of the calories?

    Sweet potatoes do love a good topping, so I mixed together some whole wheat panko breadcrumbs (you may also use regular panko) with paprika and fresh sage, and sprinkled the mixture on top. When baked, the breadcrumbs take on a golden brown color and, best of all, a wonderful crunchy texture, which is the perfect match for the creamy sweet potatoes.

    Light Sweet Potato Casserole with Sage Breadcrumbs…Full of flavor and the perfect recipe for Thanksgiving! 99 calories and 3 Weight Watchers PP | cookincanuck.com

    This is a recipe that I developed for The Pioneer Woman’s Food & Friends section, so please pop over there for the full recipe for this Light Sweet Potato Casserole with Sage Breadcrumbs.

    Other light Thanksgiving side dishes:

    Healthy Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes
    Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios, Cranberries & Parmesan
    Whole Wheat Stuffing with Dried Cherries & Pecans

    Light Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe with Sage Breadcrumbs

    Set aside the marshmallows and serve this light sweet potato casserole, topped with golden brown sage breadcrumbs, at your Thanksgiving feast.
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    Course: Side Dishes
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Holiday Recipes
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 12 Servings
    Calories: 182kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 4 pounds sweet potatoes or yams
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small pieces
    • ¼ cup low-fat 1% milk
    • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
    • 1 ½ teaspoons paprika divided
    • ¾ cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs or regular panko breadcrumbs
    • ⅓ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
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    Instructions

    • Head to the Pioneer Woman for the instructions to make this Light Sweet Potato Casserole with Sage Breadcrumbs

    Notes

    Weight Watchers Points: 3 (Points+), 2 (Old Points)

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.5cup (about) | Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 537mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 21665IU | Vitamin C: 3.6mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1.2mg
    Tried this recipe?If you make this recipe, I'd love to see it on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find it.

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      1. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way

        November 20, 2015 at 9:53 am

        I am so with you. I gag when I think of all that sweet stuff on a vegetable that is already sweet. I like the savory part of it. We like to make them in individual portions with a scoop and then bake. Also we like the addition of smoked paprika or chipotle seasoning in it. YUM!! I've never tried the sage -- will have to!

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      2. JessB

        November 20, 2015 at 9:05 am

        I've never understood marshmallows on sweet potatoes. Yuck!

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