Mashed Potatoes with Broccoli
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this wholesome and vibrant recipe for Mashed Potatoes with Broccoli. Featuring creamy mashed russet potatoes blended with tender-crisp broccoli florets, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. Infused with unsalted butter, whole milk, and a sprinkle of garlic powder for depth of flavor, this mashed creation is topped off with grated Parmesan cheese for a savory twist. Prep-friendly and ready in under an hour, it’s an easy side dish that complements any protein or stands alone as a satisfying vegetarian option. Whether you’re seeking a comforting family meal or a fresh twist on classic mashed potatoes, this recipe will have you reaching for seconds!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into roughly 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the potato cubes and cook for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the broccoli. Bring another pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and blanch the broccoli florets for about 3-4 minutes. The broccoli should be bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and return them to the pot. Place the pot back on low heat to allow excess moisture to evaporate, stirring gently to prevent sticking, for about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the pot of potatoes from the heat, add the butter and milk. Using a potato masher or hand mixer, mash the potatoes to your desired consistency.
Fold the broccoli florets into the mashed potatoes, mashing lightly to distribute them without completely breaking them down.
Season the mash with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
Serve the mashed potatoes with broccoli warm, optionally garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese or a pat of butter as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1779 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.0 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.3 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 2975 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 279.7 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 53.9 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 656 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 6944 mg | 148% | |
*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.
