Zucchini Potato Lemon-Thyme Mash

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
5%
Zucchini Potato Lemon-Thyme Mash
45 min.
6
153kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your side dish game while keeping it healthy and delicious, look no further than this Zucchini Potato Lemon-Thyme Mash. This vibrant dish not only brings together the delightful flavors of fresh lemon thyme and creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, but it also incorporates zucchini, adding a splash of color and nutritious goodness. Perfectly suited for any occasion, this vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP recipe makes an excellent companion to grilled proteins or can stand alone as a sumptuous veggie delight.

Imagine the comforting texture of velvety mashed potatoes, perfectly blended with tender zucchini, and infused with the aromatic notes of lemon thyme. The preparation is straightforward, making it a fantastic option for both novice cooks and experienced chefs alike. In just 45 minutes, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish on your table that caters to various dietary preferences and needs.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a wholesome addition to your weekly meal prep, this mash brings a delightful twist to your traditional mashed potatoes. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this elegant, yet simple, side that bursts with flavor and color. Try this Zucchini Potato Lemon-Thyme Mash today and watch it become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons lemon thyme fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1.5 pounds potatoes such as yukon gold boiling
  • 1.8 pounds zucchini ( 3 medium)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • potato masher
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cut zucchini crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices. In a large saucepan cover potatoes with salted cold water by 2 inches and simmer, covered, until tender, about 35 minutes.
  2. Transfer potatoes to a colander and reserve cooking water. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and put in a large bowl.
  3. Add lemon thyme, butter, and salt and pepper to taste and with a potato masher coarsely mash. Keep mash warm, covered.
  4. Bring cooking water to a boil and simmer zucchini until tender, about 8 minutes.
  5. Drain zucchini well in colander and coarsely mash into potatoes. Mash may be made 1 day ahead and cooled completely before being chilled, covered. Reheat mash before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein9.54%
Fat35.04%
Carbs55.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10
Glycemic Load
0.45
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.673478298213%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.3mg
Quercetin
1.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:152.73kcal
7.64%
Fat:6.27g
9.65%
Saturated Fat:3.75g
23.44%
Carbohydrates:22.31g
7.44%
Net Carbohydrates:18.97g
6.9%
Sugar:4.77g
5.3%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:31.83mg
1.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.84g
7.68%
Vitamin C:34.5mg
41.82%
Potassium:867mg
24.77%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.55%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.29%
Fiber:3.34g
13.38%
Folate:52.67µg
13.17%
Magnesium:49.97mg
12.49%
Phosphorus:121.83mg
12.18%
Copper:0.23mg
11.34%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.14%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.71%
Vitamin A:479.14IU
9.58%
Vitamin B3:1.91mg
9.57%
Vitamin K:9.47µg
9.02%
Iron:1.43mg
7.97%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.97%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.44%
Calcium:36.89mg
3.69%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.22%
Selenium:0.9µg
1.29%
Source:Epicurious