Description
Creamy, buttery, and protein-packed—these Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes are your new favorite side dish. Blended cottage cheese melts right into the potatoes, adding a rich tang and silky texture without the need for heavy cream. Perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or special occasions, this secretly healthy twist will fool even the most traditional mashed potato lovers.
Ingredients
2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
¾ cup small curd cottage cheese
3 tbsp unsalted butter
Salt (for water + to taste)
Black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1–2 tbsp milk (for desired texture)
Optional garnish: chopped chives or parsley
Instructions
Boil the Potatoes – In a large pot, cover cubed potatoes with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
Blend Cottage Cheese – While potatoes cook, blend cottage cheese until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Mash the Potatoes – Drain and return hot potatoes to the pot. Mash until fluffy.
Mix It All In – Add butter and blended cottage cheese. Stir to combine until smooth. Add a splash of milk if needed.
Season & Serve – Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with herbs and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 per serving
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g