Heart-Healthy Perfect Baked Potato
Discover the ultimate guilt-free comfort food with our Heart-Healthy Perfect Baked Potato recipe! This wholesome spin on the classic baked potato uses nutrient-rich Russet potatoes, a light drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of salt and pepper to create a crispy, golden skin and fluffy interior. Finished with a refreshing topping of non-fat Greek yogurt mixed with zesty lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is packed with flavor while being kind to your heart. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep, these baked potatoes are the perfect side dish or light meal to fit into your healthy lifestyle. Whether you're meal-prepping or serving it fresh, this is a simple yet satisfying recipe you'll return to again and again!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 2
Scrub and wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Step 3
Pierce each potato 6-8 times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Step 4
Rub each potato with a thin layer of olive oil.
Step 5
Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over the potatoes.
Step 6
Place the prepared potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the potato is tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 7
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the topping by mixing non-fat Greek yogurt with fresh lemon juice in a small bowl.
Step 8
Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Slice each potato lengthwise to open and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
Step 10
Top each potato with a dollop of the Greek yogurt mixture and a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (854.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1000.5 |
| Total Fat 28.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 3.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1323.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 157.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.4g | |
| Protein 32.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 224.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4125.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories