Super creamy and fluffy mashed sweet potatoes and cauliflower. This light potato cauliflower mash is made with healthy ingredients like Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, and vegetable broth. The perfect Thanksgiving and Holiday dinner side dish.
The best mashed sweet potatoes recipe
Meet your new favorite Thanksgiving side dish. This super creamy and fluffy sweet potato cauliflower mash is incredible.
You will never be able to tell they are healthy, plus you can’t even taste the cauliflower! It just adds the best texture and makes these mashed sweet potatoes a tad lighter and healthier.
I love them during the Holidays but also as a simple dinner side. Healthy mashed sweet potatoes are easy to make and keep well if you want to save leftovers. Trust me when I tell you that everyone will LOVE this recipe!
Is this potato cauliflower mash healthy?
The word “healthy” is relative to each person, but I consider these mashed potatoes to be very healthy. First, they have protein from the Greek yogurt. Second, there is no heavy cream in this recipe. Third, we added cauliflower to them to make them lighter and higher in fiber. Fourth, they are gluten free. Everyone will love this side dish!
Ingredients
You’ll only need six very simple ingredients to get this sweet potato cauliflower mash going! This recipe is simple, healthy, and easy to make.
- Sweet potato: This healthy mashed potatoes recipe uses sweet potatoes! You’ll need about 3 medium sized ones.
- Cauliflower: To make this potato mash healthy and light, we are also adding cauliflower. You cannot taste it, but boy does it make this mash fluffy. You’ll need 1 medium sized head of cauliflower.
- Greek yogurt: This is my secret ingredient to making this sweet potato cauliflower mash super fluffy, light, and creamy without adding butter.
- Chicken or vegetable broth: This adds the best flavor to these mashed sweet potatoes!
- Garlic: Mince 3 cloves of garlic to add the best savory flavor.
- Parsley: Plus some fresh parsley.
- Salt & pepper: Last but not least, you’ll season with salt and pepper to your taste.
Kichen tools needed
You are not only going to love the taste of this healthy mashed sweet potato recipe, but you are also going to love how easy they are to make. Clean up will be a breeze, so grab a potato masher and a mixing bowl!
- Soup Pot or Dutch Oven
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing Bowl
- Potato Masher
- Whisk or Electric Hand Mixer
- Measuring Tools: 1/2 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, 1 Tablespoon, 1/4 cup, and 1/2 cup.
How to make sweet potato cauliflower mash
This savory potato cauliflower mash is not only delicious, but it is also super simple to make. Any level cook can make them! We will start by cooking the cubes of sweet potatoes and cauliflower, followed by mashing them, and finally, we will which them until they are super duper fluffy. Here are step-by-step instructions:
Step 1: Add sweet potato cubes and cauliflower florets to a large saucepot or dutch oven. Add enough water to cover them by about 1 inch. Then add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
Step 2: Then, cook for 15 – 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes, and cauliflower florets are fork-tender.
Step 3: Drain the water and add them back into the empty pot or into a large mixing bowl. Then mash with a potato masher or use a press.
Step 4: Whisk in the Greek yogurt, chicken or vegetable broth, garlic, fresh parsley, salt, and pepper with a spatula or electric hand mixer on low speed. For extra fluffiness, I recommend using a hand mixer.
Step 5: Finally, taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
Enjoy warm and garnish with fresh rosemary, parsley, or some butter, and enjoy!
What to serve with mashed sweet potatoes?
The sky is the limit when picking what to serve with these healthy mashed sweet potatoes. With the holidays around the corner, this recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas. But you can also enjoy this recipe with any dinner. They go well with:
- Balsamic Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts
- Goat Cheese & Pesto Crusted Chicken
- Healthy Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Burgers
- Sheet Pan Chicken with Crispy Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts
Fequently Asked Questions
Are mashed potatoes gluten free?
Yes, these mashed potatoes are gluten free.
Can you taste the Greek yogurt?
Nope! You cannot taste the Greek yogurt. It just makes this sweet potato cauliflower mash super light, creamy, and fluffy.
Can you taste the cauliflower?
Nope! The cauliflower just adds volume and fluffiness to these healthy mashed potatoes. You will not taste them.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can meal prep this recipe or make it a day or two in advance if you are preparing for Thanksgiving or another Holiday. Just make sure to cool them before coving in foil and storing them in the fridge.
How to store leftovers?
Storing leftovers is super easy. Just let them cool to room temperature, then wrap the original dish in aluminum foil or transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for 3 – 4 days.
How to reheat mashed potatoes?
I highly recommend reheating these mashed sweet potatoes in the oven at 350°F for 10 – 20 minutes in the original baking dish. Once they are warm, whisk in a splash of vegetable stock or 1 – 2 Tablespoons more of Greek yogurt before serving.
Check out these side dish recipes next!
- Healthy Almond Flour Cornbread
- Maple Roasted Sweet Potato and Brussel Sprouts
- Healthy Zucchini Fritters
Did you make this recipe?
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Sweet Potato Cauliflower Mash
Ingredients
- 2 lbs sweet potato, 2 – 3 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 head cauliflower, ~2 lbs, cut into medium florets
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 - 4 Tbsp chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 ½ tsp salt, more to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Add sweet potato cubes and cauliflower florets to a large saucepot or dutch oven. Add enough water to cover them by about 1 inch. Then add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
- Cook for 15 – 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes and cauliflower florets are fork-tender. If they are not cooked long enough it will be difficult to mash them.
- Drain the water and add them back into the empty pot or into a large mixing bowl. Then mash with a potato masher or use a press.
- Whisk in the Greek yogurt, chicken or vegetable broth, garlic, fresh parsley, salt, and pepper with a spatula or electric hand mixer on low speed. For extra fluffiness, I recommend using a hand mixer.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
- Garnish fresh rosemary, parsley, or some butter, and enjoy!
Notes
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Gracie says
Made this for family dinner last night and it was incredible!
Tati Chermayeff says
Hi Gracie! Thanks for your comment – I love this mash! Perfect all year long.
Andrea Peters says
I make this for family dinners and it is really tasty. My kids love it (as well as my husband). The perfect texture (like a classic mash potato) but way healthier.
Tati Chermayeff says
Super happy to hear this Andrea! Glad you enjoyed the recipe.
Valeria Hirsch says
incredible!!
Nick says
Love this recipe!
Ashley says
My favorite side dish! so goooooood.