Heart-Healthy Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in a creamy yet guilt-free side dish with our Heart-Healthy Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, designed to bring comfort without the extra calories. This recipe swaps traditional butter and cream for heart-friendly extra-virgin olive oil and unsweetened almond milk, creating a light and luscious texture while keeping cholesterol in check. Infused with optional garlic and finished with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, herbaceous touch, these mashed potatoes serve as a wholesome accompaniment to any meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and nutritious dish is perfect for health-conscious eaters who don’t want to sacrifice flavor. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly smooth, these vegan-friendly mashed potatoes will become a staple on your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or any unsweetened plant-based milk)
- 2 cloves Garlic (optional, minced or grated)
- 2 tablespoons Freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks, roughly 1-2 inches in diameter.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance the flavor.
Bring the potatoes to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, warm the unsweetened almond milk and olive oil in a small saucepan over low heat. If you're using garlic, add the minced or grated garlic to the mixture and let it infuse for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil.
Once the potatoes are fully cooked, drain them in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit in the warm pot for 1-2 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.
Use a potato masher or ricer to mash the potatoes until smooth. Gradually stir in the warmed olive oil and almond milk mixture until the potatoes reach your desired consistency.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
939 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1329 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3922 mg | 83% | |
*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.
