Heart-Healthy Cheesy Potatoes
Indulge in the creamy comfort of "Heart-Healthy Cheesy Potatoes," a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! This wholesome recipe combines thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes with a velvety mixture of garlic-infused almond milk, Greek yogurt, and low-fat cheddar cheese for a lighter, nutrient-packed dish without compromising on flavor. Seasoned with smoked paprika and black pepper for a subtle kick, and topped off with fresh chives, this baked side dish is irresistibly golden and bubbly. Perfect for busy weeknights or holiday feasts, it’s a heart-conscious way to enjoy cheesy potatoes while keeping fats in check. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for anyone craving healthy comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel and thinly slice the Yukon Gold potatoes and set them aside in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the almond milk to the saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat.
Drain the sliced potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the potato slices with the warm garlic-infused almond milk, 3/4 cup of the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese (reserving the rest), plain Greek yogurt, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir gently to coat the potatoes.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches) and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese over the top of the potatoes.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly, and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Garnish with chopped chives before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish that complements your favorite heart-healthy main courses.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.5 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3066 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.6 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 98.8 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1631 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 3968 mg | 84% | |
*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.
