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Avocado mashed potatoes

Recipe Information

Description:
Avocado mashed potatoes is a delicious American recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 25 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 40 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 40 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Avocado; Potatoes
Category Fruit; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 and 1/2 pounds potatoes

  • 2 medium avocados

  • 1 tablespoon margarine

  • 1/2 cup nonfat milk

  • 1 dash lemon juice

  • Salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to taste

Directions

  • For preparation of the potatoes, peel the skin, rinse with water, and then place all of them in a large cooking vessel with just enough cold water to submerge them.

  • For preparation of the avocados, remove the pit and scoop the flesh out of the skin into a bowl with the lemon juice. Stir until well blended.

  • Place measured amounts of milk and margarine in a bowl and microwave just enough to be melted.

  • Cook the potatoes over medium heat for about 25 minutes.

  • Place the softened potatoes into a large bowl and mix either by hand or with a mixer.

  • Mix the margarine spread and milk mixture slowly into the potato mash.

  • Mash the potatoes to individual taste and add in the avocado mixture.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 304 cal

  • Total fat: 16g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: 3g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 9g

  • Cholesterol: 1mg

  • Sodium: 107mg

  • Potassium: 1,267mg

  • Carbohydrate: 37g

  • Fiber: 9g

  • Protein: 6g