Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Spinach

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Spinach
35 min.
4
498kcal

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If you're looking for a comforting and flavorful side dish, look no further than Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Spinach. This delightful vegetarian and gluten-free recipe brings together the creamy richness of mashed potatoes and the vibrant freshness of spinach, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a dish that not only pleases the palate but also packs a nutritional punch.

The process begins with tender Idaho potatoes, boiled to perfection and then transformed into a silky mash. The addition of garlic sautéed in butter elevates the dish, infusing it with aromatic flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. The chopped spinach, expertly squeezed to remove excess moisture, adds a burst of color and nutrients, ensuring you get your greens in a delicious way.

With a hint of freshly grated nutmeg, this recipe strikes a perfect balance between savory and subtly sweet, making it a standout at any dinner table. Whether served alongside a roasted chicken or a hearty vegetable stew, these Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Spinach are sure to impress your family and friends. Indulge in the creamy goodness and let each bite transport you to a place of culinary bliss!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • large idaho potatoes diced peeled
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • boxes pkt spinach chopped

Equipment

  • pot
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Place potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Salt water and boil potatoes until tender 12 to 15 minutes.
  2. Squeeze the water from spinach in a clean dish towel.
  3. Drain potatoes and melt butter in the hot pot, then add the garlic and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in cream, add the spinach, separating the greens as you do. Season greens with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  4. Add potatoes to the pot and mash to desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Calories498kcal
Protein7.08%
Fat39.41%
Carbs53.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
66.69
Glycemic Load
52.75
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.649130468783%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:498.28kcal
24.91%
Fat:22.45g
34.54%
Saturated Fat:14.17g
88.56%
Carbohydrates:68.6g
22.87%
Net Carbohydrates:63.71g
23.17%
Sugar:3.23g
3.59%
Cholesterol:63.72mg
21.24%
Sodium:311.22mg
13.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.07g
18.15%
Vitamin B6:1.32mg
66.11%
Potassium:1585.65mg
45.3%
Manganese:0.64mg
31.92%
Vitamin C:22.29mg
27.02%
Phosphorus:228.67mg
22.87%
Magnesium:88.61mg
22.15%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.07%
Copper:0.39mg
19.72%
Fiber:4.9g
19.59%
Vitamin B3:3.87mg
19.35%
Iron:3.28mg
18.2%
Vitamin A:838.16IU
16.76%
Folate:54.42µg
13.61%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.2%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.99%
Vitamin K:11.04µg
10.51%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.96%
Calcium:77.24mg
7.72%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.32%
Selenium:2.94µg
4.2%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.19%