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Whipped Cottage Cheese Tzatziki
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Whipped Cottage Cheese Tzatziki Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes don’t have to be heavy to be comforting. In this version, I take classic potatoes and give them a Greek, savory-tzatziki twist: whipped cottage cheese for creaminess and protein, Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, lemon, garlic, and a finish of olive oil. The result is a mash that’s fresh, bright, and very Mediterranean — but still cozy enough to sit next to a roast or holiday main. It’s a great make-ahead side and a smart way to work more Greek flavors into everyday meals.
Course meze
Cuisine Greek
Keyword cottage cheese mashed potatoes, Greek mashed potatoes, healthy greek side dish, tzatziki mashed potatoes, whipped cottage cheese mashed potatoes
PREP TIME 12 minutes
COOK TIME 25 minutes
TIME 40 minutes
SERVES 4

Ingredients

  • 2 lb Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 tsp salt for boiling
  • ½ cup whipped cottage cheese
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup grated cucumber
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • ¼ –½ cup milk or half-and-half
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Dill or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the potatoes until fork-tender. Drain very well so the mash won’t be watery.
  2. In a food processor, whip the cottage cheese until completely smooth. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and olive oil — this is your tzatziki base.
  4. Mash the hot potatoes with the butter and enough milk or half-and-half to reach a creamy consistency.
  5. Fold in the whipped cottage cheese, then fold in the tzatziki base. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh dill or chives. Serve warm.

Notes

Notes 

  • For extra Greek flavor, fold in a little crumbled feta at the end.
  • You can make this ahead; reheat gently with a splash of milk or half-and-half.
  • This is a great lighter alternative to cream-and-butter mashed potatoes, since cottage cheese and Greek yogurt add protein and tang.
  • Pairs well with roasted Greek chicken, lemony fish, or any holiday roast.
  • To keep the tzatziki notes clean, make sure the grated cucumber is well-squeezed so it doesn’t water down the mash.

 

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