Low Fat Sweet Potato Mash
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Low Fat Sweet Potato Mash, a creamy, flavorful, and guilt-free alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Packed with natural sweetness and the warm hint of ground cinnamon, this recipe uses wholesome ingredients like unsweetened almond milk and a dash of olive oil to keep it light yet indulgent. Garlic powder adds a subtle savory note, perfectly balancing the rich, buttery texture of the tender sweet potatoes. Ready in just 30 minutes and designed to serve four, this healthy sweet potato mash is ideal for meal prep, holiday dinners, or a comforting addition to any weeknight meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright pop of color and flavor, and enjoy this nutritious dish that’s perfect for clean eating and low-fat diets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 0.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch chunks to ensure even cooking.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the sweet potato chunks.
Cook the sweet potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Drain the sweet potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot.
Add the unsweetened almond milk, olive oil, garlic powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding a little more almond milk if necessary.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the sweet potato mash to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1541 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.2 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 68 mg | 1% | |
*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.
