Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
64%
Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
45 min.
2
555kcal

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If you're looking for a comforting side dish that’s both delicious and easy to prepare, look no further than these Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes! Perfectly creamy and infused with the rich flavor of garlic, this recipe is a delightful addition to any meal. Whether you're serving it alongside a juicy roast or a simple salad, these mashed potatoes are sure to impress your family and friends.

What makes this dish even more appealing is its health-conscious profile. With a health score of 64, these mashed potatoes are vegetarian, gluten-free, and very healthy, making them a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of Yukon gold or red potatoes with low-fat buttermilk creates a light yet satisfying texture that will have you coming back for seconds.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves two, making it an ideal choice for a cozy dinner for two or a small gathering. With only 555 calories per serving, you can enjoy this classic comfort food without compromising your health goals. So grab your frying pan and potato masher, and let’s get started on creating a dish that’s not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • cloves garlic peeled
  • 1.3 cups buttermilk low-fat
  • teaspoon salt 
  • pounds yukon gold red cubed peeled ()

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook 15 minutes or until very tender; drain. Return potato mixture to pan; add remaining ingredients; mash with a potato masher.

Nutrition Facts

Calories555kcal
Protein12.92%
Fat4.11%
Carbs82.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31
Glycemic Load
1.18
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
33.943043387454%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
4.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:555.41kcal
27.77%
Fat:2.63g
4.05%
Saturated Fat:1.25g
7.79%
Carbohydrates:119.66g
39.89%
Net Carbohydrates:107.71g
39.17%
Sugar:16.09g
17.87%
Cholesterol:6mg
2%
Sodium:1509.35mg
65.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.64g
37.28%
Potassium:3377.27mg
96.49%
Vitamin C:63.76mg
77.28%
Vitamin B6:1.36mg
67.9%
Manganese:1.23mg
61.49%
Phosphorus:567.69mg
56.77%
Copper:0.97mg
48.58%
Fiber:11.95g
47.78%
Magnesium:170.07mg
42.52%
Vitamin B1:0.63mg
41.78%
Vitamin B3:7.99mg
39.97%
Folate:130.41µg
32.6%
Iron:5.3mg
29.47%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.82%
Calcium:266.69mg
26.67%
Vitamin B5:2.39mg
23.89%
Zinc:3.02mg
20.16%
Vitamin K:20.9µg
19.91%
Selenium:8.13µg
11.62%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.5%
Vitamin A:121.94IU
2.44%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.05%
Source:My Recipes