The Best Yogurt Mashed Potatoes (No Butter Required!)
These Yogurt Mashed Potatoes are a lighter, tangier version of everyday mashed potatoes using plain yogurt instead of butter and cream. Made with unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes for a rustic touch and a creamy texture, these mashed potatoes come together in about 30 minutes. The yogurt adds a delightful tang while keeping the potatoes perfectly creamy. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you'll have a healthier take on this classic comfort food that's perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Equipment
- Cutting board and knife
- Medum sized pot with lid
- Potato masher
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups plain yogurt
- .25 cups chives or green onions
- black pepper optional, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and quarter your Yukon Gold potatoes (no need to peel)
- Place potatoes in a large pot with a pinch of salt and just enough water to come halfway up the potatoes.
- Cover with the lid, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, chop the chives or green onions and set them aside.
- Drain the potatoes. I like to do this by holding the lid askew and tipping the water out of the pot, but you can also drain the potatoes through a colander and return them to the pot if you prefer.
- Mash roughly with the potato masher to break up the potatoes.
- Add plain yogurt, chopped chives or green onions, and salt.
- Mash to desired consistency (some lumps are perfectly fine!)
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Nutrition
Calories: 117.3kcalCarbohydrates: 22.1gProtein: 4gFat: 1.7gSaturated Fat: 1.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 6.3mgSodium: 618.9mgPotassium: 556.7mgFiber: 2.5gSugar: 3.2gVitamin A: 107.8IUVitamin C: 23.3mgCalcium: 73.9mgIron: 0.9mg
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