Instant Spinach Mashed Potatoes
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful recipe for Instant Spinach Mashed Potatoes! Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant side dish combines the creamy comfort of instant mashed potatoes with the fresh, earthy goodness of spinach. A touch of garlic powder and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese (optional but highly recommended!) take these mashed potatoes to the next level. Perfect for busy cooks, this recipe requires minimal prep and cooks in a single saucepan, making it an easy addition to any meal. Whether you're serving it alongside roast chicken, grilled fish, or a plant-based entree, these spinach-infused mashed potatoes deliver a nutrient-packed twist on a classic favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups instant mashed potato flakes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach and pat it dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a large saucepan, combine milk, water, and unsalted butter. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
While the liquid is heating, roughly chop the fresh spinach into small pieces.
Once the liquid is boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Slowly add the chopped spinach to the pan, stirring constantly until the spinach wilts and becomes tender (approximately 2-3 minutes).
Remove the pan from heat and gradually stir in the instant mashed potato flakes. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
If desired, fold in the grated Parmesan cheese for an added layer of flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt and pepper.
Serve hot as a side dish, garnished with extra Parmesan or a sprinkle of black pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 3550 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.2 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 53.0 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1246 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2276 mg | 48% | |
*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.
