Spinach and Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Spinach and Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe | MyRecipes
Servings: 4
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Darcy Lenz Jazz up those mashed potatoes by adding in healthy spinach and flavorful garlic.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds red potatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup whole buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Arrange potatoes in a microwave-safe dish; cover tightly with plastic wrap. Cut a 1/2-inch slit in plastic. Microwave at HIGH 8 minutes or until tender; transfer to a bowl. Microwave buttermilk in a microwave-safe cup 30 seconds; pour buttermilk and 2 tablespoons olive oil over potatoes. Mash until mostly smooth.
  2. While potatoes cook, heat 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced fresh garlic to pan; cook 1 minute or until fragrant. Add spinach to pan; cook 1 minute or until spinach wilts, stirring constantly. Stir spinach mixture, salt, and pepper into potatoes. Serve potatoes immediately.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

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