Potatoes with Lemon Poppy Ricotta

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Forget fatty potato skins and French fries...enjoy potatoes the healthy way!

Potatoes are a staple food item in many countries, including the U.S. These edible tubers are actually very nutritious. A medium-sized potato contains potassium, fiber, vitamins C and B6, and small amounts of other nutrients. Here, we have a simple and healthy recipe of boiled potatoes dressed with dollops of a Greek yogurt and ricotta mix. It is flavored with lemon and poppy seeds, giving you a hint of citrus tang in every bite.

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Potatoes with Lemon Poppy Ricotta

Simple yet satisfying, these potatoes are the perfect side to any meal.
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Yield 6 people
Serving Size 0.5 potato and 1/6 of topping
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Universal

Ingredients

  • 3 potatoes big, peeled and halved
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt low-fat
  • 1 cup ricotta low-fat
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Instructions

  • Over high heat, in a medium to big pot, bring some salted water to a boil then cook the potatoes for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and let them cool.
  • In a bowl, mix the yogurt, ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and poppy seeds. Adjust the salt if needed.
  • Serve halved potatoes with the ricotta on top.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 0.5potato and 1/6 of topping | Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 177mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 8
Keywords Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian

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Rowena Dumlao-Giardina

Rowena is a recipe developer and food & travel writer/photographer from Italy with Asian roots. Creating healthy dishes in her own kitchen is priority. She believes there is nothing more satisfying than knowing that her family is eating natural & nutritious meals.

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