Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are a comforting and elegant side dish that elevates any meal. Using Yukon Gold or baking potatoes, this recipe delivers a rich, velvety texture without heavy cream. The secret ingredient is plain yogurt, which adds a subtle tang and lightness while keeping the potatoes incredibly smooth. Infused with roasted garlic and olive oil, they offer a deep, savory flavor profile that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, fish, or as a standalone vegetarian comfort food. Perfect for holiday dinners or cozy weeknight suppers, these potatoes are easy to make and always crowd-pleasing.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Courses: Side Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 192.5

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are a comforting and elegant side dish that elevates any meal. Using Yukon Gold or baking potatoes, this recipe delivers a rich, velvety texture without heavy cream. The secret ingredient is plain yogurt, which adds a subtle tang and lightness while keeping the potatoes incredibly smooth. Infused with roasted garlic and olive oil, they offer a deep, savory flavor profile that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, fish, or as a standalone vegetarian comfort food. Perfect for holiday dinners or cozy weeknight suppers, these potatoes are easy to make and always crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds Baking potatoes -- peeled, cut in 3/4"
Cubes
2 cloves Garlic -- peeled
1 tablespoon Olive oil
3/4 cup Yogurt
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1/8 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

1
Place peeled and cubed potatoes and peeled garlic cloves into a medium saucepan.
2
Cover the potatoes with cold water by about an inch.
3
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and partially cover.
4
Simmer until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, approximately 15-20 minutes.
5
Drain the potatoes and garlic well, then return them to the hot pan for a minute to evaporate excess moisture.
6
Mash the potatoes and garlic together using a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
7
Stir in the olive oil, yogurt, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and creamy.
8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 192.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1g7%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.5mg1%
Sodium 3683.0mg154%
Total Carbohydrate 33.0g11%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
Sugars 4.9g
Protein 5.9g12%

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

Keywords: mashed potatoes, garlic potatoes, creamy side dish, yogurt mashed potatoes, vegetarian side, comfort food, holiday sides, easy dinner side, potato recipe, garlic flavor

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