Heart-Healthy Duchess Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these *Heart-Healthy Duchess Potatoes*! A lighter take on the classic French recipe, this version swaps heavy cream and butter for extra virgin olive oil and low-sodium vegetable broth, delivering a creamy, flavorful texture without the guilt. The addition of nutritional yeast brings a subtle cheesy flavor, while fresh chives add a bright, herby touch. Whipped egg whites give these potatoes their signature airy texture, piped into elegant mounds and baked until golden and crisp on the outside. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, these duchess potatoes are an irresistible, health-conscious treat that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or lean proteins. Ready in just an hour, this recipe proves indulgence can also be heart-smart!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 large Egg whites
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are very tender.
Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot. Place the pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to evaporate any excess moisture from the potatoes.
Remove the pot from the heat. Add the olive oil, vegetable broth, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Using a potato masher or a ricer, mash until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the egg whites and chopped chives until just combined.
Transfer the potato mixture to a large piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in small mounds, leaving space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy as a delightful and heart-healthy side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1497 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.8 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 5528 mg | 118% | |
*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.
