Weight Watchers Mashed Potatoes with Chives
Creamy, flavorful, and guilt-free, these Weight Watchers Mashed Potatoes with Chives are the perfect lightened-up side dish for any meal. Made with fluffy russet potatoes, unsweetened almond milk, and reduced-fat sour cream, this recipe delivers rich, velvety texture without the extra calories. The addition of light butter and freshly chopped chives enhances the flavor, creating a comforting yet healthy dish that's only 3 SmartPoints per serving! Ready in just 30 minutes, these mashed potatoes are a quick and easy option for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Serve them warm, garnished with extra chives for a pop of color and freshness your family will love!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cups Reduced-fat sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Light butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel and cut the potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Step 2
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Step 3
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Step 4
Drain the potatoes in a colander, then return them to the pot.
Step 5
Add the almond milk, reduced-fat sour cream, and light butter to the pot with the warm potatoes.
Step 6
Using a potato masher or hand mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more almond milk if needed.
Step 7
Stir in the chopped chives, salt, and black pepper, mixing until evenly distributed.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Serve the mashed potatoes warm, garnished with additional chopped chives if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1123.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1082.9 |
| Total Fat 18.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1589.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.5g | |
| Protein 31.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 43.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 432.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5239.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories