Heart-Healthy Baked Potato with Cheese and Sour Cream
Indulge in comfort food made better for you with this Heart-Healthy Baked Potato with Cheese and Sour Cream. This recipe transforms a classic favorite into a nutritious delight by swapping traditional ingredients for wholesome alternatives like olive oil, reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, and protein-rich plain Greek yogurt seasoned with a hint of garlic powder. Each fluffy Russet potato is baked to perfection, topped with melted cheese, a creamy yogurt-based sour cream substitute, and a sprinkle of fresh chives for a pop of color and flavor. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, this easy, oven-baked potato recipe makes for a satisfying main course or a hearty side dish that’s both delicious and heart-smart. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a comforting, crowd-pleasing addition to any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup, chopped Chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the Russet potatoes thoroughly under running water, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Using a fork, poke several holes on each potato to allow steam to escape while baking.
Rub each potato with olive oil to coat the skin lightly, then sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and the insides are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the toppings. Grate the reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with garlic powder and a pinch of sea salt to create a healthy sour cream substitute.
Once the potatoes are done, carefully remove them from the oven using oven mitts.
Cut a slit lengthwise on each potato and gently push the ends toward the center to open up the potato slightly.
Fluff the insides with a fork, then sprinkle each potato with grated cheddar cheese. The heat from the potato will melt the cheese.
Add a generous dollop of the Greek yogurt mixture on top and sprinkle with chopped chives.
Serve immediately as a satisfying main dish or a hearty side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.1 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 3124 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.2 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 119.7 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2190 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 7301 mg | 155% | |
*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.
