Heart-Healthy Mashed Potatoes with Broccoli
Transform your comfort-food classic into a wholesome, guilt-free treat with this Heart-Healthy Mashed Potatoes with Broccoli recipe. Featuring creamy russet potatoes and vibrant steamed broccoli, this dish is elevated with the savory depth of low-sodium vegetable broth, a hint of garlic, and a silky splash of unsweetened almond milk. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, nutty flavor without the dairy, while olive oil and fresh parsley bring out fresh, herbaceous notes. Ready in just 40 minutes and packed with plant-based nutrients, this vegan recipe is low in sodium yet high in flavor, making it the perfect side dish for a nutritious family dinner. Enjoy a smooth, velvety mash that’s as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds!
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Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch chunks for even cooking.
Step 2
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of sea salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Step 4
While the potatoes are cooking, steam the broccoli florets by placing them in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for 5 minutes, until bright green and tender.
Step 5
In a small saucepan, heat the low-sodium vegetable broth over low heat, and add the minced garlic cloves. Simmer for about 2 minutes to release the garlic flavor.
Step 6
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add in the steamed broccoli, heated vegetable broth with garlic, olive oil, and unsweetened almond milk.
Step 7
Mash the mixture using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Do not over-mix.
Step 8
Stir in nutritional yeast, finely chopped fresh parsley, black pepper, and the remaining sea salt.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Step 10
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy the nutritious flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1797.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1548.6 |
| Total Fat 29.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1030.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 282.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.2g | |
| Protein 48.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 43.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 511.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7258.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories