Low Fat Creamy Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Indulgently creamy yet surprisingly light, these Low Fat Creamy Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes are the perfect guilt-free comfort food! Featuring naturally buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, this recipe swaps heavy cream and butter for a flavorful blend of low-fat milk, non-fat Greek yogurt, and a hint of olive oil, creating a luscious texture without the extra calories. Infused with garlic-inflected broth and seasoned to perfection with salt, pepper, and optional fresh chives, this dish delivers rich, satisfying flavor in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, these healthier mashed potatoes are the ultimate side dish for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Give this heart-healthy twist on a classic a try—you won't miss the extra fat!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
• 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
• 0.5 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cut the Yukon Gold potatoes into evenly-sized chunks, approximately 1-inch pieces, ensuring even cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot, add the potato chunks and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for about 15 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes cook, in a small saucepan, heat the chicken or vegetable broth and minced garlic over low heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes. This will help infuse some garlic flavor into the broth.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Allow them to steam dry for about 2 minutes to remove excess moisture.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or a hand mixer on low speed, begin mashing the potatoes gently.

Step 7

Gradually stir in the warmed broth mixture, the low-fat milk, and olive oil. Mix until the potatoes reach your desired level of creaminess.

Step 8

Fold in the non-fat Greek yogurt, and continue to mash or mix until well incorporated. Avoid over-mixing to prevent the potatoes from becoming gummy.

Step 9

Season the mashed potatoes with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 10

Garnish with optional chopped fresh chives before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1429.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1083.8

Total Fat 31.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 13.1mg	0%
Sodium 3384.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 50.4IU	0%
Calcium 406.5mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 4053.1mg	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: 25.4%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 61.7%