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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Welcome to a deliciously unique twist on a classic side dish that is sure to delight your taste buds! Our Zucchini Potato Lemon-Thyme Mash is not just another mash; it’s a vibrant concoction of flavors and textures that beautifully marries the earthy richness of Yukon Gold potatoes with the tender freshness of zucchini. This vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only satisfying but also fits wonderfully into a low FODMAP diet, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary sensitivities.

Imagine the creamy, buttery mash infused with the refreshing notes of lemon thyme, creating a dish that elevates any meal. Whether you're serving it alongside grilled proteins or as a standout component of a vegetable feast, this mash adds a touch of elegance to your dining table. The bright green hues of the zucchini blend seamlessly with the silky potatoes, making each serving not only a taste sensation but also a visual delight.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Plus, with just 153 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, you’ll find that this Zucchini Potato Lemon-Thyme Mash is straightforward to prepare and incredibly rewarding. Ready to surprise your family and friends with a dish that will have them coming back for seconds? Let’s get cooking!

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