Lightened French Onion Bites (Printable Version)

Crispy Yukon Gold rounds topped with caramelized onions and a lightened creamy cheese blend.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Caramelized Onions

05 - 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

→ Cheese Mixture

10 - 1/2 cup light cream cheese, softened
11 - 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
12 - 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
13 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions, salt, and sugar. Stir frequently and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until deeply caramelized. Stir in balsamic vinegar and cook for 1 additional minute, then remove from heat.
04 - In a bowl, blend light cream cheese, Greek yogurt, mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
05 - Top each roasted potato round with a dollop of cheese mixture, followed by a spoonful of caramelized onions.
06 - Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is warmed through.
07 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh chives, and serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Healthy bite-sized appetizer
  • Full of classic French onion soup flavor
02 -
  • Using Yukon Gold potatoes gives the best texture and flavor.
  • Add a pinch of dried thyme to onions for an extra flavor twist.
03 -
  • Ensure potatoes dry completely before roasting to get extra crispiness.
  • Don&t overcrowd baking sheet to roast evenly.
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