Low Fat Creamy Mashed Peas
Discover the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition with this Low Fat Creamy Mashed Peas recipe—a vibrant, wholesome twist on traditional comfort food. Packed with the natural sweetness of tender peas and blended to silky perfection with low-fat plain Greek yogurt and unsweetened almond milk, this side dish is as creamy as it is guilt-free. A touch of garlic powder, fresh lemon juice, and black pepper lend a subtle depth of flavor, while a garnish of fragrant mint leaves adds a refreshing finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick, healthy, and versatile recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as an elegant accompaniment to your favorite main dishes. Healthy mashed peas never tasted so good!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams frozen peas
- 60 grams low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 60 milliliters unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the frozen peas and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are bright green and tender.
Step 2
2. Drain the peas and transfer them to a food processor or blender.
Step 3
3. Add the low-fat plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the peas in the processor.
Step 4
4. Blend until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Step 5
5. Transfer the mashed peas to a serving bowl.
Step 6
6. Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them on top as a garnish.
Step 7
7. Serve the low fat creamy mashed peas warm as a delightful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (644.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 470.1 |
| Total Fat 4.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1264.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.0g | |
| Protein 33.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 22.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 314.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1377.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories