Reggie's Special Mashed Potatoes Light

Elevate your side dish game with Reggie's Special Mashed Potatoes Light, a healthier twist on classic comfort food that doesn't skimp on flavor. Made with creamy, buttery Yukon Gold potatoes and subtly sweet roasted garlic, this recipe swaps heavy cream for low-fat milk and butter for heart-healthy olive oil, creating a light yet velvety texture. The addition of fresh parsley provides a burst of brightness, while a careful balance of salt and black pepper enhances every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts alike. Serve these irresistibly smooth mashed potatoes alongside roasted vegetables or a lean protein for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.75 cups Low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, roughly 2 inches wide.

Step 2

Place the potato chunks and the whole garlic cloves in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the potatoes by 1 inch and sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of salt into the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, warm the low-fat milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Do not allow it to boil; just warm it enough to prevent it from cooling the potatoes during mixing.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are done cooking, drain them in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to let excess moisture evaporate.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes and garlic until smooth. Avoid over-mixing to prevent the potatoes from becoming gummy.

Step 7

Slowly incorporate the warmed milk and olive oil into the mashed potatoes, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until creamy and light.

Step 8

Season with the remaining salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1132.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1029.7

Total Fat 32.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 14.4mg	0%
Sodium 1337.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 25.1g	0%

Vitamin D 75.6IU	0%
Calcium 371.0mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 3895.0mg	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: 27.2%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 63.4%