Low Fat Classic Baked Potato with Butter and Sour Cream
Enjoy all the comfort of a traditional baked potato with a lighter twist in this Low Fat Classic Baked Potato with Butter and Sour Cream recipe. Perfectly baked russet potatoes are fluffed to tender perfection, topped with a meltingly smooth light buttery spread, and finished with a dollop of creamy low-fat sour cream for indulgence without the guilt. A sprinkle of salt, black pepper, and fresh chopped chives adds the perfect balance of savory and fresh flavors. Ready in just over an hour, this simple yet satisfying dish is ideal as a healthy side or a quick, cozy dinner. Packed with flavor and lower in calories, it's perfect for anyone seeking a lighter version of a classic favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Light buttery spread
- 4 tablespoons Low-fat sour cream
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped chives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Using a fork, poke the potatoes several times on all sides to allow steam to escape during baking.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 60 minutes or until they are tender throughout when pierced with a fork.
Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes until they are safe to handle.
Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of each potato and gently squeeze the ends to open them up, fluffing the insides with a fork.
Add 1 tablespoon of light buttery spread to each potato, allowing it to melt into the fluffy insides.
Spoon 2 tablespoons of low-fat sour cream over each potato.
Season the potatoes with salt and black pepper to your taste.
Sprinkle chopped chives over the top for added flavor and garnish.
Serve immediately while hot for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1420 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 2003 mg | 43% | |
*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.
