Low Sodium Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Elevate your side dish game with these Low Sodium Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes—rich, velvety, and bursting with natural sweetness. This heart-healthy twist on a classic comfort food skips the extra salt and relies on the earthy flavors of sweet potatoes, a touch of unsalted butter, and heavy cream for a satisfying creaminess. A hint of garlic powder, onion powder, and a dash of black pepper enhance the dish, while freshly chopped chives add a pop of color and brightness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. It’s a wholesome, low-sodium side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or any of your favorite main courses.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Sweet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.

Step 2

Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the water from the pot and return the sweet potatoes to the pan.

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter and heavy cream to the drained sweet potatoes.

Step 6

Mash the sweet potatoes using a potato masher or an electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Be careful not to over-mix if using the mixer.

Step 7

Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with freshly chopped chives to garnish.

Step 9

Serve hot as a side dish to your favorite main courses.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1075.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1495.1

Total Fat 76.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 213mg	0%
Sodium 547.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.0g
Protein 14.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 293.7mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 48.5mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 50.2%