Heart-Healthy Baked Potato with Sour Cream and Chives
Elevate your side dish game with this **Heart-Healthy Baked Potato with Sour Cream and Chives**—a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Using hearty Russet potatoes, this recipe combines olive oil for crispy, golden skin and a creamy topping made with protein-rich low-fat Greek yogurt as a delicious substitute for traditional sour cream. Freshly chopped chives add a burst of bright, herbal flavor, while a hint of black pepper ties it all together. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a hands-off baking process, it’s an easy, wholesome option that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Packed with fiber and flavor, this baked potato recipe is sure to satisfy while keeping things light and heart-friendly. Ideal as a stand-alone dish or a companion to grilled proteins, this recipe is proof that healthy eating can be indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water, scrubbing to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Poke holes in each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with salt to promote crisp skin.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and a fork easily pierces the potato.
While the potatoes are baking, finely chop the fresh chives and set aside.
Once the potatoes are finished baking, remove them from the oven. Let them cool for a few minutes.
Cut a slit in the top of each potato and gently squeeze from both ends to open the potato slightly.
Top each potato with 1/4 cup of low-fat Greek yogurt as a substitute for sour cream.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of chopped chives on each potato.
Season with a pinch of black pepper, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
840 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 17.2 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1305 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3534 mg | 75% | |
*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.
