Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage)
Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) blends fluffy russet potatoes with buttery cabbage and mild green onions for a rich, comforting bite. The Instant Pot method keeps everything tender and creamy, with a hint of pepper and just enough butter to feel indulgent. Serve it alongside corned beef, roasted meats, or sausages for a cozy dinner or festive St. Patrick’s Day spread.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 54
- Heart Health
- 66
- Metabolic
- 43
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 29
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute function. Add 1 tablespoon butter and the olive oil and let the butter melt. Stir in the cabbage and green onions and cook until they wilt, about 2 minutes. Turn the pot off.
- 2
Add the potatoes and water to the pot. Close and lock the lid. Select manual pressure and set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow about 10 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 3
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- 4
Remove the pressure cooker liner and set it on the counter. Add the milk and mash with a potato masher. Let the colcannon stand for 3 minutes.
- 5
Transfer to a serving dish. Make a well in the center of the potatoes and add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Calories 364.35 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 7.82 g Moderate 16%
- Carbohydrate 57.13 g 21%
- Total Fat 13.09 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 6.54 g High 33%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 24.42 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 173.48 mg Moderate 8%
- Dietary Fiber 6.12 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 6.97 g --
- Added Sugars 1.23 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 100.23 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 2.42 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 1253.64 mg Good Source 27%
- Vitamin A 72.73 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 40.49 mg Good Source 45%
- Vitamin D 0.38 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) is an Irish side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Green Onion, Milk, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 364.35 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage)?
- It is an Irish recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Green Onion, Milk, Olive Oil, Russet Potato. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage)?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 364.35 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 364.35 calories and 7.82 g of protein, or 16% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 173.48 mg (8% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.54 g (33% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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