Cheesy Chive Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, flavorful mashed potatoes that are both comforting and a little bit lighter. Cheesy Chive Mashed Potatoes are made with simple ingredients like russet potatoes, non-fat Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, and fresh chives -- taste and texture without the need for heavy cream or butter. The best part? Making crispy breakfast potato cakes with leftovers the next day.
Yield: 6
Calories: 60kcal
Materials
- 6 regular russet potatoes, peeled and cut into equal-sized chunks
- 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt, plain
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 1/2 cup cheese, shredded (such as Cheddar or Jack)
- 1/4 cup chives, finely sliced (or green onions)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In large pot, boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, stirring occasionally; approx. 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot with heat on LOW.
- Add yogurt and milk. Mash with a potato masher or hand mixer until creamy.
- Add cheese, chives, salt, and pepper. Continue mashing until smooth and creamy.
- Garnish with pat of butter, extra chives, and/or a sprinkle of shredded cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
See blog for crispy breakfast potato cakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 188IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 0.1mg