Loading ...A quick, easy and healthy recipe to get the delicious flavor of baked potatoes in your microwave. Includes variations for broccoli cheddar, baked pizza and spinach alfredo flavors.
Potatoes are naturally gluten-free. To be sure this dish is, too, double check the label of the ingredients indicated with a “*” to be sure they are gluten-free.
Ingredients:
- 4 (5 to 6 oz.) russet potatoes, scrubbed
- 1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt*
- 4 tsp healthy buttery spread
- 1/2 tsp garlic or seasoned salt
- Snipped fresh chives or green onion tops (optional)
Directions:
1) Cut a wedge out of each potato about 1/8-inch wide and 1-inch deep and place in a microwave-safe dish. Microwave on HIGH, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes depending on strength of microwave. Use oven mitts to remove dish from microwave.
2) Fluff potatoes with a fork.
3) Stir 1 tablespoon yogurt, 1 tsp buttery spread and 1/8 tsp salt into each potato; sprinkle with chives if desired.
Variations
Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes
Place 3 cups tiny broccoli flowerettes in a small bowl with 1 tablespoon water. Cover and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Drain and spoon equal amounts onto each seasoned potato. Sprinkle each with 1/4 cup reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes more to melt cheese.
Baked Pizza Potatoes
Place 16 slices turkey pepperoni on a plate and microwave on high for 45 to 60 seconds to crisp. Top each seasoned potato with 1/4 cup warm pasta sauce, 1/4 cup Italian blend shredded cheese, 1 tablespoon minced green pepper and 1 tablespoon sliced green onion. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes to melt cheese, then top with coarsely crumbled pepperoni slices.
Spinach Alfredo Baked Potatoes
Stir 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach into 1/2 cup light Alfredo sauce. Cover and microwave on high for 2 minutes. Spoon equal amounts onto each seasoned potato, then sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition:
Calories: 160
Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 0
Sodium: 160 g
Vitamin C: 50%
Carbohydrates: 29 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 4 g
Potassium: 651 mg
Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes nutritional analysis per serving with skins
Calories: 250
Fat: 9g, Saturated
Fat: 4.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 400mg
Potassium: 825mg
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 13g
Vitamin A: 45%
Vitamin C: 140%
Calcium: 45%
Iron: 10%
Baked Pizza Potatoes nutritional analysis per serving with skins
Calories: 290
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 590mg
Potassium: 708mg Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 7g
Protein: 15g
Vitamin A: 10%
Vitamin C: 70%
Calcium: 25%
Iron: 8%
Spinach Alfredo Baked Potatoes nutritional analysis per serving with skins
Calories: 200
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 390mg
Potassium: 735mg
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 5g
Vitamin A: 35%
Vitamin C: 60%
Calcium: 10%
Iron: 10%
