Heart-Healthy Classic Baked Potato with Butter and Sour Cream
Elevate your comfort food game with this Heart-Healthy Classic Baked Potato with Butter and Sour Cream—a lighter spin on a timeless favorite that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Featuring crispy, olive oil-rubbed Russet potatoes, these baked beauties are generously topped with reduced-fat butter and creamy low-fat sour cream for a satisfying yet heart-conscious indulgence. A sprinkle of fresh green onions and parsley adds a burst of freshness and color, making this a balanced side dish or main course. Perfectly fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside, this easy-to-make recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a classic comfort food with fewer calories and saturated fat. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is an ideal addition to your collection of healthy, wholesome recipes.
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Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Reduced-fat unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Low-fat sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Scrub the potatoes clean under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 3
Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Step 4
Rub the potatoes lightly with olive oil, ensuring the entire surface is coated. This will help the skins crisp up.
Step 5
Sprinkle the tops with salt and ground black pepper.
Step 6
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack, with a baking sheet placed below to catch any drips. Bake for 60 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and a fork can easily pierce through the center.
Step 7
Once done, remove the potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.
Step 8
Slice each potato open lengthwise and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
Step 9
Top each potato with 1 tablespoon of reduced-fat butter and distribute it throughout the fluffy interior.
Step 10
Add a scoop of 2 tablespoons of low-fat sour cream over the butter within each potato.
Step 11
Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
Step 12
Serve the potatoes warm, and enjoy your heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1391.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1749.3 |
| Total Fat 54.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 72mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1414.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 270.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.2g | |
| Protein 45.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 394.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7073.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories