Sara's Low Fat Creamy Cheesy Potatoes

Indulge in the guilt-free comfort of Sara's Low Fat Creamy Cheesy Potatoes, a delightful side dish that brings all the creamy, cheesy goodness without the extra calories. Featuring tender, bite-sized russet potatoes coated in a luscious blend of nonfat Greek yogurt, low-fat shredded cheddar, and skim milk, this recipe is packed with flavor yet light on fat. Seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of paprika, it’s oven-baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just under an hour. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday spreads, these cheesy potatoes are easy to prepare and can be garnished with fresh green onions for an extra pop of color and flavor. Whether you're watching your calorie intake or just craving a lighter side dish, this healthier twist on a comfort food classic is sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 1 cup Nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Skim milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Peel and cut the potatoes into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1 inch in size. Place them in a large pot and cover with water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, shredded cheddar cheese, skim milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Add the drained potatoes to the yogurt and cheese mixture. Gently toss to coat all the potatoes evenly.

Step 6

Transfer the coated potatoes into the prepared baking dish and spread them out in an even layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to sit for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1700.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1695.4

Total Fat 11.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 55.9mg	0%
Sodium 3090.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 101.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 1432.9mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 7485.9mg	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: 6.2%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 69.4%