Zingy Mashed Potatoes

Brighten up your dinner table with these Zingy Mashed Potatoes—a refreshing twist on a comfort food classic! Made with creamy Russet potatoes, rich sour cream, and a burst of citrus from fresh lemon zest and juice, these mashed potatoes bring a tangy kick that’s perfectly balanced by mellow garlic butter. The final touch of fresh chives adds vibrant color and herby flavor, making this dish irresistibly flavorful and beautifully aromatic. Ready in just 40 minutes, these mashed potatoes are the ideal side dish for any meal, whether it’s a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner. Add some zest to your plate with this lively and easy recipe—your taste buds will thank you!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives (fresh, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into large, evenly sized chunks (about 2 inches). This ensures they cook evenly.

Step 2

Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they can easily be pierced with a fork.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Cook gently for about 2-3 minutes, until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. The residual heat will help evaporate any excess moisture.

Step 7

Using a potato masher or a ricer, mash the potatoes to your desired consistency.

Step 8

In the pot with the mashed potatoes, stir in the melted garlic butter, milk, sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoons of kosher salt (to taste), and ground black pepper.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped fresh chives for garnish.

Step 11

Serve the Zingy Mashed Potatoes warm as a side dish to your favorite meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1378.4 grams (1378.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1746

Total Fat 75.00g	96%
Saturated Fat 45.60g	228%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 196mg	65%
Sodium 1163mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 247.90g	90%
Dietary Fiber 19.10g	68%
Total Sugars 26.30g
Protein 39.20g	78%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 501mg	39%
Iron 13mg	69%
Potassium 6105mg	130%

*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: 37.0%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 54.4%