Creamy Greek Yogurt Mashed Potatoes

These homemade mashed potatoes are the perfect balance of creamy and fluffy! By combining milk, Greek yogurt, and butter, you get a rich, velvety texture with a subtle tang from the yogurt that elevates the flavor. The butter adds a decadent finish, making these mashed potatoes the ultimate comfort food, ideal for any meal or holiday spread. Simple ingredients, but big on flavor!

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PREP TIME: 15 minutes

COOK TIME: 20 minutes

SERVINGS: 12

TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes

Ingredients

5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

3 garlic cloves, minced

3 Tbsp salt, divided

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 cup reduced-fat milk

2 Tbsp butter

2 Tbsp Kosher salt

1 Tbsp freshly ground pepper

Notes

Recipe courtesy of Holley Grainger, MS, RD.

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Instructions

1. Add potatoes and garlic to a large pot and cover with cold water filling 1-inch above the potatoes. Add 1 tablespoon salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook, uncovered, 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.

2. In a small saucepan, combine Greek yogurt, milk, butter, 2 tablespoons salt and pepper. Whisk until ingredients are warm and butter has melted.

3. Add half of the Greek yogurt mixture to the warm potatoes and begin mashing. Continue to add remaining yogurt mixture while mashing until desired consistency is reached. Serve warm.