Low Fat Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

Creamy, flavorful, and guilt-free, this Low Fat Mashed Potatoes and Gravy recipe is a must-try for health-conscious comfort food lovers. Made with russet potatoes, fat-free sour cream, and low-fat milk, the mashed potatoes are decadently smooth without the heavy calories. The savory gravy, thickened with cornstarch and infused with aromatic garlic and onion powder, uses unsalted chicken broth as its base for a light yet satisfying richness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make side dish is perfect for family dinners or holiday feasts. Garnished with fresh parsley, these low-fat mashed potatoes with gravy pack all the cozy flavors you crave without compromising on nutrition. Ideal for those seeking healthier mashed potato recipes or lower-fat Thanksgiving side dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 0.5 cups low-fat milk
• 2 cups unsalted chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.25 cups fat-free sour cream
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into 2-inch chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 2

Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer the potatoes until they're very tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the low-fat gravy. In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 4

Dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the boiling chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 5

Add onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper to the gravy. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow any excess water to evaporate off without covering the pot for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the low-fat milk and fat-free sour cream to the potatoes. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Season the mashed potatoes with salt and more pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.

Step 9

Serve the mashed potatoes hot, topped with the gravy. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1889.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1374.2

Total Fat 3.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 15.0mg	0%
Sodium 2757.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 50.4IU	0%
Calcium 443.0mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 6969.5mg	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: 2.3%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 85.3%