Emerald Mashed Potatoes

Brighten up your table with Emerald Mashed Potatoes, a stunning twist on a classic comfort dish! These creamy mashed potatoes are infused with the vibrant green hue and earthy flavor of baby spinach, creating a side dish that’s as nutritious as it is eye-catching. Enhanced with garlic-infused butter, a touch of Parmesan cheese, and a hint of black pepper, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful masterpiece. The spinach is sautéed and blended into a smooth purée, ensuring even color and texture throughout. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this 40-minute recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Garnished with fresh parsley, these mashed potatoes deliver both elegance and heartiness, making them the ultimate combination of comfort food and culinary flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 large (about 2 lbs) russet potatoes
• 4 cups (packed) baby spinach
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.25 cups (grated) parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoons (optional, for spinach sauté) olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into 1- to 2-inch cubes for even cooking.

Step 2

Place the diced potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the spinach. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (optional). Add the baby spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Set it aside.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until the butter is fully melted. Mince the garlic and stir it into the milk-butter mixture. Keep warm.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and return them to the same pot. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a ricer until smooth.

Step 6

Transfer the wilted spinach to a food processor or blender and blend until finely chopped or pureed. Alternatively, you can chop it as finely as possible by hand.

Step 7

Mix the pureed/chopped spinach into the mashed potatoes, along with the warm milk-butter mixture, grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and the color is uniform.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the Emerald Mashed Potatoes to a serving bowl, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy this colorful, nutritious side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3285.5 grams (3285.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3362

Total Fat 63.90g	82%
Saturated Fat 35.50g	178%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 161mg	54%
Sodium 1447mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 619.20g	225%
Dietary Fiber 56.00g	200%
Total Sugars 37.50g
Protein 99.80g	200%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 1141mg	88%
Iron 43mg	239%
Potassium 15541mg	331%

*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: 16.7%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 71.8%