Slim Mashed Golden Potatoes

Servings: 10 Difficulty: Intermediate
Creamy, light mashed potatoes made with nonfat sour cream and vegetable broth for a healthier side dish.
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These Slim Mashed Golden Potatoes offer a lighter, yet deeply satisfying take on a classic comfort food. By swapping heavy cream and butter for nonfat sour cream and savory vegetable broth, this recipe retains that luxurious, smooth texture without the extra richness. Yukon Gold potatoes are the star here, providing a naturally buttery flavor and creamy consistency that mashes beautifully. The addition of a bay leaf during boiling infuses a subtle aromatic depth, while fresh black pepper adds a gentle kick. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a low-calorie side for holiday meals, this dish proves that healthy eating can still be incredibly indulgent. It’s simple, quick, and sure to become a family favorite.

Slim Mashed Golden Potatoes

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10 Calories: 576.9

Description

These Slim Mashed Golden Potatoes offer a lighter, yet deeply satisfying take on a classic comfort food. By swapping heavy cream and butter for nonfat sour cream and savory vegetable broth, this recipe retains that luxurious, smooth texture without the extra richness. Yukon Gold potatoes are the star here, providing a naturally buttery flavor and creamy consistency that mashes beautifully. The addition of a bay leaf during boiling infuses a subtle aromatic depth, while fresh black pepper adds a gentle kick. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a low-calorie side for holiday meals, this dish proves that healthy eating can still be incredibly indulgent. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple, quick, and sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the peeled and cut potatoes and bay leaf in a 4-quart saucepan.
  2. Cover the potatoes with enough cold water to submerge them completely.
  3. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes.
  5. Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot saucepan.
  6. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  7. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until they reach your desired consistency, leaving them slightly lumpy or smooth.
  8. Stir in the vegetable broth, nonfat sour cream, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10


Amount Per Serving
Calories 576.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37.9g59%
Saturated Fat 8.4g43%
Cholesterol 15.9mg6%
Sodium 1243.9mg52%
Total Carbohydrate 58.9g20%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g47%
Sugars 3.2g
Protein 7.2g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For extra creaminess without the fat, warm the vegetable broth slightly before adding it to the potatoes.

If you prefer a smoother texture, use a food processor or hand mixer, but be careful not to over-mix as this can make the potatoes gluey.

These mashed potatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess.

Feel free to add a tablespoon of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor boost without the dairy.

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