Heart-Healthy Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in comfort food without compromise with these Heart-Healthy Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes—a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with velvety Russet potatoes, aromatic garlic, and a luscious blend of olive oil, unsweetened almond milk, and sodium-free vegetable broth, this recipe delivers all the creaminess you crave while being kind to your heart. Fresh parsley and a touch of black pepper enhance the flavor profile, while a salt substitute keeps it low in sodium without skimping on taste. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this dairy-free, nutrient-rich side dish is perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or as a healthy addition to your weekly meal plan. Garnish with chives for an elegant finish and enjoy a guilt-free serving of creamy perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 large Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Sodium-free vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt substitute
- 2 tablespoons Chives (optional)
Instructions
Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into small chunks for quicker cooking.
Peel and smash the garlic cloves to ensure maximum flavor infusion during cooking.
In a large pot, add the chopped potatoes and smashed garlic cloves. Pour in enough water to cover the potatoes by about an inch.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and garlic in a colander and return them to the pot.
Add olive oil, almond milk, and vegetable broth to the potatoes and garlic in the pot.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a handheld mixer until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more almond milk or broth if needed.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, black pepper, and salt substitute.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Optionally, garnish with chopped chives for additional flavor.
Serve the creamy garlic mashed potatoes hot, ensuring a heart-healthy side dish for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.3 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 1472 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 7419 mg | 158% | |
*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.
