Low Fat Creamy Mashed Purple Potatoes
Transform your dinner table with this recipe for Low Fat Creamy Mashed Purple Potatoes, a vibrant and health-conscious twist on the classic side dish. Made with nutrient-packed purple potatoes, this dish is luxuriously creamy thanks to the clever use of low-fat milk and fat-free Greek yogurt, delivering richness without the guilt. Infused with the subtle warmth of garlic and a drizzle of heart-healthy olive oil, these mashed potatoes are seasoned to perfection with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of fresh chives for a bright, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this colorful, antioxidant-rich side pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or any meal where you want to impress with both flavor and presentation. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, this easy-to-make dish proves you don’t have to sacrifice taste for a low-fat diet!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds purple potatoes
- 0.5 cup low-fat milk
- 0.5 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
Instructions
Peel and cube the purple potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water.
Add the garlic cloves to the pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to medium and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Drain the potatoes and garlic and return them to the pot.
Add the low-fat milk, fat-free Greek yogurt, and olive oil to the pot.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or handheld mixer until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Stir in the chopped fresh chives.
Serve the mashed purple potatoes warm, garnished with additional chives if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 2563 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.2 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 4370 mg | 93% | |
*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.
