This healthy mashed potatoes is incredibly creamy and delicious. It’s lighter and healthier than traditional mashed potatoes, a low-carb option, yet packed with flavor and hidden vegetables — This side dish is easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. I haven’t forgotten vegans, I’ve included some alternatives in the article to make this mashed potato vegan and even healthier.
To make this healthy mashed potatoes, simply boil Yukon Gold potatoes until they begin to soften, then add cauliflower florets in the last few minutes. Once everything is tender, drain and mash with a little milk, Greek yogurt, butter, and seasoning.
This healthy mashed potatoes dish cooks up quickly on the hob and gives you that fluffy texture you crave, making it the best creamy alternative to traditional cauliflower mashed potatoes for side dishes — You had never expect a whole head of cauliflower in this recipe. Perfect for a busy midweek dinner or a holiday dinner.
Ingredients
Yields: 6 Servings
- Yukon gold potatoes – 1 1/2 lbs (Peeled and Cut into 2-inch cubes)
- Large Head Cauliflower – 1 (Cut into florets)
- Plain Greek Yogurt – 1/3 cup
- Low Sodium Chicken Broth – 1/2 cup
- Milk – 1/2 cup
- Butter – 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt – 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper – 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh Thyme and Chives
Suggestions alternatives:
Vegan – Substitute chicken broth for vegetable broth, use vegetable butter, and replace milk and Greek yogurt with plain unsweetened milk and dairy-free yogurt.
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Simply place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes — Tip: Cutting the potatoes into roughly equal-sized pieces helps them cook evenly.
Step 2: Add the cauliflower florets and potatoes to the pot and continue cooking over low heat for an additional 9 minutes, until the cauliflower and potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Step 3: Drain the water from the potatoes and cauliflower, then add them back to the pot they were cooked in.
Step 4: Now add the milk, Greek yogurt, butter, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the pot.
Step 5: Mix all ingredients using a hand mixer or electric blender until you get a smooth, creamy consistency (Or use a potato masher) — Tip: Use a hand mixer as it makes the potatoes very fluffy
Step 6: Transfer the healthy mashed potatoes to a bowl, taste them, add a little salt and pepper as needed, and garnish with fresh thyme and chives.
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Why You’ll Love this Recipe
You’ll truly enjoy the light and fluffy taste of healthy mashed potatoes. These mashed potatoes are creamy, and delicious, bursting with flavor, and lighter than traditional mashed potatoes. Adding cauliflower to the potatoes reduces the carbohydrates while maintaining their wonderful texture. Lovely to serve with grilled chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty turkey meal. Greek yogurt adds a mild, tangy flavor that perfectly balances the rich taste of butter and garlic.
I’m so excited for you to try these potatoes! They’re a delicious and easy to make side dish, and I’m sure they’ll become one of your favorites. Let me know if your family enjoyed this healthy version of the classic dish, and if you try it, I’d love to hear what you think.
Please come back and leave a comment below to tell me how your healthy mashed potatoes turned out. Enjoy!
Healthy Mashed Potatoes
This healthy mashed potato is a lighter version of classic comfort food. With its delicate texture and delicious taste, it goes with any meal and everyone will love it.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes (Peeled and Cubed)
- 1 large head cauliflower (Cut into florets)
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Fresh thyme and chives (Garnish)
Instructions
- Simply place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes (Cutting the potatoes into roughly equal-sized pieces helps them cook evenly)
- Add the cauliflower florets and potatoes to the pot and continue cooking over low heat for an additional 9 minutes, until the cauliflower and potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain the water from the potatoes and cauliflower, then add them back to the pot they were cooked in.
- Pour in the milk, Greek yogurt, and chicken broth. Add the butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix all ingredients using a hand mixer or electric blender until you get a smooth, creamy consistency, or use a potato masher (Use a hand mixer as it makes the potatoes very fluffy)
- Transfer the mash to a serving bowl, garnish with fresh thyme and chives, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Storage – Place any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Hand blender – It introduces air into the cauliflower and potato mixture, making it much lighter than traditional mashing.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1 Amounts Per Serving:Calories: 187Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 442mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 5gSugar: 4gProtein: 7gJust a heads up — The calorie count and nutritional info here are just estimates! The actual numbers might vary a bit depending on the brands and ingredients you use.