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Healthier Mashed Potatoes & Cauliflower

Healthier Mashed Potatoes & Cauliflower! This lighter version of the traditional dish adds cauliflower & Greek yogurt that no one will notice. A healthier side for your dinner table!

Servings: 8 servings of 1/3 cup each

Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
30 mins

Total Time:
45 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 medium russet potatoes ~1 lb., scrubbed clean with skin on and cubed
  • 4 cups cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt I use Fage
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
  • 2 tbsp dried parsley
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Bring a large pot to a boil. Add cubed potatoes and let them boil 30 minutes or until tender.
  3. Next place cauliflower on baking sheet and sprinkle with salt & pepper. You can optionally add a bit of extra virgin olive oil to them, but it’s not necessary.
  4. Bake at 375 F 20-25 minutes until cauliflower is roasted.
  5. Then remove from the oven and let it cool on the baking sheet.
  6. Drain potatoes from the pot of water and add them to a food processor or blender. Depending on the size of your food processor, you may need to do this in batches.
  7. Add cauliflower and remaining ingredients. Process on high until smooth.
  8. Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 7 days.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 78
Fat 0.6g
Saturated Fat 0.1g
Sodium 47.6mg
Carbohydrates 15.4g
Fiber 2.6g
Protein 4.1g