Heart-Healthy Herb-Infused Mashed Potatoes

Elevate your side dish game with these Heart-Healthy Herb-Infused Mashed Potatoes—a creamy, flavorful comfort food makeover that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Made with tender russet potatoes, heart-smart extra virgin olive oil, and creamy unsweetened almond milk, this recipe skips the butter and heavy cream without sacrificing richness. A fragrant medley of fresh herbs—rosemary, thyme, and parsley—is gently infused into the olive oil, creating a vibrant and aromatic twist that sets these mashed potatoes apart. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, salt, and a touch of black pepper, these silky mashed potatoes are the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. They’re ready in just 35 minutes and pair beautifully with a variety of main courses, making them an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water by about an inch. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and gently cook until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the chopped rosemary, thyme, and parsley to the oil, stirring to combine. Remove from heat and let the herbs steep, allowing the flavors to infuse into the oil.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot. Allow the residual heat to evaporate any remaining water on the potatoes.

Step 7

Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a ricer until smooth.

Step 8

Stir in the olive oil mixture and the almond milk, mixing until the potatoes are creamy and well combined.

Step 9

Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Serve the mashed potatoes hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1109.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1396.4

Total Fat 57.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1384.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.7g
Protein 27.7g	0%

Vitamin D 43.9IU	0%
Calcium 381.1mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 5228.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 56.4%