Low Fat Classic Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in a guilt-free comfort food with this Low Fat Classic Mashed Potatoes recipe! Perfectly creamy and flavorful, this healthier twist on traditional mashed potatoes swaps butter for a rich blend of low-sodium chicken broth, low-fat milk, and protein-packed Greek yogurt. Infused with a hint of garlic powder and finished with fresh chives for a pop of color, these velvety potatoes are easy to whip up in just 35 minutes, making them a crowd-pleasing side dish for weeknight dinners or festive feasts. With only 2 pounds of russet potatoes and simple pantry staples, enjoy all the satisfaction of classic mashed potatoes—minus the unnecessary calories. Whether paired with roasted chicken or holiday turkey, this recipe delivers unbeatable flavor without the guilt! Perfect for those searching for low-fat side dishes or healthy comfort food recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 0.25 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks, roughly 1.5 inches.
Place the potato chunks into a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat to medium and let the potatoes cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender enough to be pierced easily with a fork.
Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the low-sodium chicken broth and low-fat milk. Heat gently until warm but not boiling, then remove from heat.
Using a potato masher, begin mashing the potatoes in the pot. Gradually add the warmed broth and milk mixture while mashing to reach your desired level of creaminess.
Stir in the low-fat plain Greek yogurt, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder until well mixed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with fresh chives if using.
Serve warm as a side dish to your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.2 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2638 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5196 mg | 111% | |
*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.
