Low Sodium Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Upgrade your comfort food game with this Low Sodium Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe—an irresistible twist on traditional mashed potatoes that’s big on flavor while being mindful of your salt intake. Featuring buttery russet potatoes, delicate hints of garlic, and a velvety blend of unsalted butter and warm heavy cream, this dish delivers indulgent creaminess without compromising heart health. A touch of lemon juice adds brightness, while fresh chives lend an herby finish that elevates every bite. These mashed potatoes, ready in just 40 minutes, make the perfect side dish for your holiday feast or weeknight dinners. Healthy, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying—this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking low sodium alternatives without sacrificing taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, roughly 1.5-inch pieces to ensure even cooking.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and fill with enough cold water to cover them by about an inch.
Peel and gently crush the garlic cloves. Add the cloves to the pot with the potatoes.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
While the potatoes are cooking, warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Do not let it boil; just warm it enough so it doesn't cool down the potatoes later.
Once the potatoes are cooked, remove the garlic cloves and drain the potatoes well.
Return the drained potatoes to the pot. With the pot over low heat, mash the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth and no large lumps remain.
Add the butter to the potatoes and continue mashing until the butter is fully incorporated.
Slowly pour in the warm heavy cream while stirring continuously to achieve a creamy consistency.
Stir in the ground black pepper and lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
Finely chop the fresh chives and fold them into the mashed potatoes, reserving a small amount for garnish.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind the goal of low sodium.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with the reserved chives before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.0 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 214 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.5 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 5166 mg | 110% | |
*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.
