If you’re looking for a lighter side dish for the holidays, you’ll love these creamy buttermilk mashed potatoes with fresh chives. Serve them with Thanksgiving turkey , roasted chicken , pork chops and applesauce , or garlic lover’s roast beef . Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes I love using buttermilk in my mashed potatoes because it’s rich and creamy, with a slight tang, and naturally low in fat.
For those of us with healthier eating on the mind, I think you will love them. If you prefer making mashed potatoes without buttermilk, try my Garlic Mashed Potato recipe , or if you’re short on time, check out my Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes. Why You’ll Love This Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes Recipe If you’re like me and want to enjoy comfort food without needing to loosen your belt, you’ll love these lighter mashed potatoes.
You can make them ahead for the holidays then reheat with a little more buttermilk to loosen them up. I first share this recipe October 27, 2011 and it’s gotten so many great reviews. I hope you enjoy! Make-Ahead Friendly: You can make them the day before Thanksgiving and reheat them with a little more buttermilk.
Nutritious: While potatoes sometimes get a bad rap, they’re a healthy vegetable loaded with vitamin C and potassium. Plus, they contain resistant starch, which helps manage blood sugar. Dietary Restrictions: Weight Watchers-friendly , vegetarian , gluten-free .
If you make this healthy buttermilk mashed potato recipe, I would love to see it.
