If you are looking for a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion, look no further than Weight Watchers mashed potatoes with chives. This recipe is a lighter take on the classic comfort food, using Greek yogurt and skim milk instead of butter and heavy cream. The result is a creamy, flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it is a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables, as you can add chopped carrots, celery, or turnips to the potatoes.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MASHED POTATOES AND CAULIFLOWER WITH CHIVES
Surprise, surprise: Cauliflower replaces nearly all of the usual potatoes and butter in these calorie-friendly mashed spuds that are ready in just 25 minutes. Yukon gold potatoes are a richly flavored, yellow-fleshed variety that add traditional flavor and texture in this lightened twist on mashed potatoes. In addition to chives, you can incorporate other fresh herbs, such as thyme, rosemary, and oregano, or stir in cayenne pepper with cumin and paprika for a dish with a Southwestern flavor. Mash the mixture to your desired consistency, mashing less for a side dish with more texture or longer for a smooth option.
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the cauliflower, potatoes, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover the ingredients, and bring to a boil. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes; drain and return the vegetables to the saucepan.
- Stir in the milk, butter, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and pepper; mash the vegetables with a potato masher until smooth. Stir in the chives and serve.
- Serving size: about 1/2 cup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 kcal
WEIGHT WATCHERS MASHED "POTATOES" WITH CHIVES
I got this recipe from a coworker that brought this in for a pot luck football party at work. I personally am not on the WW's program but the recipe is 2pts per 1/2 cup serving.
Provided by misstee1121
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 25m
Yield 1/2 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cauliflower, potatoes, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover and bring to a boil.
- Boil until vegetables are tender, about 10-15 minutes; drain and return to saucepan.
- Stir in milk, butter, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper; mash until smooth.
- Stir in chives and serve.
WEIGHT WATCHERS MASHED POTATOES
Make and share this Weight Watchers Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Vanessa 3
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Bring potatoes to a boil after cut into cubes. Then mashed with beaters and add milk and butter.
WW MASHED POTATOES WITH CAULIFLOWER
Low on calories and fat, yes, but stellar on taste and appearance (and it's loaded with good nutrition). Give this a try and you may never go back to your old version of mashed potatoes!
Provided by CaliforniaJan
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine potatoes, garlic, and enough cold water to cover by 1 inch in a large pot. Add 1/2 teaspoons salt; cover and bring to boil. Uncover, reduce heat, and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with tip of small knife, about 25 minute Remove pot from heat. With slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to colander; drain and let stand until cool enough to handle.
- Meanwhile, discard all but 1 inch cooking liquid from pot and return to boil. Put cauliflower in steamer basket. Set over boiling cooking liquid. Cover tightly and steam cauliflower until very tender, about 10 minutes. Remove steamer basket from pot; discard cooking liquid.
- Remove potato skins. Working batches, press potatoes and cauliflower through potato ricer into warm pot. Stir in buttermilk, remaining 1/2 teaspoons salt, and pepper. Set pot over low heat and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is heated through, about 3 minutes.
- If making ahead, let mixture cool completely. Transfer to large microwavable bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and chill up to one day. To serve, turn back one section of plastic wrap to vent. Microwave on High until hot, 4 - 5 minutes, stirring once halfway through microwaving time.
- Before serving, stir in chives.
WEIGHT WATCHERS GARLIC MASHED RED POTATOES
Even mashed potato aficionados won't be able to tell that these creamy, garlicky potatoes have been slimmed down with nonfat sour cream and skim milk. 3 POINTS per serving.
Provided by xpnsve
Categories Low Protein
Time 27m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan and pour in enough water to cover; set pan over high heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat slightly and boil until potatoes are fork tender, about 8 minutes; drain water from saucepan.
- Add sour cream, milk and chives to pan; mix until combined.
- Mash mixture with a potato masher until smooth (or leave some lumps if desired).
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.8, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 114.2, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 4.6, Protein 8
Tips:
- For a creamy and smooth texture, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes.
- To save time, peel and cut the potatoes the day before and store them in a bowl of cold water in the refrigerator.
- Don't overcook the potatoes. They should easily pierce with a fork.
- Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or ricer for a lump-free texture.
- If you don't have chives, you can substitute another fresh herb, such as parsley, dill, or thyme.
- For a richer flavor, use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead of water.
- Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for a creamy and tangy flavor.
- Top the mashed potatoes with crumbled bacon, chopped nuts, or grated cheese for a crunchy topping.
Conclusion:
These Weight Watchers Mashed Potatoes with Chives are a delicious and satisfying side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them creamy and smooth or chunky and rustic, these mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit.
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