Healthy Mashed Potatoes
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This Healthy Mashed Potatoes recipe is light, creamy, easy, and the best way to make mashed potatoes. With only a few simple steps, you’ll get ultimate, fluffy mashed potatoes that make a wonderful accompaniment to many main dishes and Thanksgiving or holiday dinners.
Healthy Mashed Potatoes Recipe
This Healthy Mashed Potatoes recipe is our favorite and it’s perfect every single time! t is one of the best side dishes for family dinners, entertaining, or for holiday meals. The great thing about these Mashed Potatoes is that it’s way healthier without an excessive amount of butter, but still creamy, fluffy, and big on a traditional mashed potato flavor.
As most holiday tables would not be complete without mashed potatoes, I encourage you to make this Healthy Mashed Potatoes recipe and eat a little healthier during this coming holiday season. Trust me, it’s possible with recipes like this one!
I’m really excited to share how to make these delicious Healthy Mashed Potatoes with the step-by-step tutorial below.
Here Is Why It’s Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe:
- easy to make and ready in 25 minutes meal;
- has just 4 simple ingredients;
- made in one pot;
- lower in fat and calories;
- high in potassium, vitamins, and nutrients;
- wholesome and delicious;
- perfect side dish for any meal;
- healthy holiday food.
How to Serve Mashed Potatoes
Best way to serve Mashed Potatoes right away after making. If you need to keep it warm until ready to serve, cover the pot with potatoes with a lid and place into the warm oven or put it on the stove on low heat.
Garnish the Mashed Potatoes with fresh herbs or chives, freshly ground black pepper, or some chili flakes.
These Healthy Mashed Potatoes pair amazingly with so many meals. Here are some favorite:
- Pork Tenderloin Medallions in Mushroom Sauce
- One Pot Chicken Puttanesca
- Healthy Meatloaf
- Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks
- Healthy Caesar Salad
- Grilled Asparagus
| Serving: | Prep time: | Cook Time: | Total Time: |
| for 6 people | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min |
Ingredients for Healthy Mashed Potatoes
- 3 lb (~1350g peeled) yukon gold, russet or red potatoes, peeled and cut into large cubes
- 1/2 cup hot 2% milk
- 2 Tbsp. (28g) butter, room temperature
- 2 Tbsp. (30g) light cream cheese, room temperature
- Salt and pepper, to taste
How to Make Healthy Mashed Potatoes
- In a large pot, add the potato cubes, salt (about 1 tsp.), and cover with cold water.
- Cover with lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes well and return to the same pot. Add the hot milk, butter (save up some butter for garnish if you want), and cream cheese.
- Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy (it may take some time mashing the potatoes to the desired texture). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or chives if desired. Enjoy!
How Many Calories in Healthy Mashed Potatoes
| Calories (per 1 serve 225g): 230 cal | Calories (per 100g ): 102 cal |
|---|---|
| Fat: 5.3 g | Fat: 2.3 g |
| Carbohydrates: 39.7 g | Carbohydrates: 17.7 g |
| Protein: 5.8 g | Protein: 2.6 g |
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Healthy Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 3 lb ~1350g peeled yukon gold, russet or red potatoes, peeled and cut into large cubes
- 1/2 cup hot 2% milk
- 2 Tbsp. 28g butter, room temperature
- 2 Tbsp. 30g light cream cheese, room temperature
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the potato cubes, salt (about 1 tsp.), and cover with cold water.
- Cover with lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes well and return to the same pot. Add the hot milk, butter (save up some butter for garnish if you want), and cream cheese. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy (it may take some time mashing the potatoes to the desired texture). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or chives if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
| Calories (per 1 serve 225g): 230 cal | Calories (per 100g ): 102 cal |
|---|---|
| Fat: 5.3 g | Fat: 2.3 g |
| Carbohydrates: 39.7 g | Carbohydrates: 17.7 g |
| Protein: 5.8 g | Protein: 2.6 g |
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