Classic Dairy-Free Vegan Mashed Potatoes
Enjoy a creamy, flavorful batch of mashed potatoes that are entirely dairy-free and vegan, perfect as a comforting side dish for any meal.
Equipment
- large pot
- colander
- potato masher or ricer
- small saucepan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/2 cup unsweetened, plain oat or almond milk
- 1/4 cup vegan butter (1/2 stick)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon onion powder)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Enhancements
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, chopped
Instructions
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add 1 teaspoon of salt; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the hot, empty pot.
- Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until mostly smooth.
- In a small saucepan, gently warm the dairy-free milk and vegan butter until melted, then pour this mixture over the mashed potatoes.
- Stir the potatoes until creamy and smooth, then mix in minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and any optional enhancements; taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Notes
For best results, adjust seasonings to your preference after tasting. Consider adding nutritional yeast and fresh herbs for extra flavor and a cheesy note.