Name: Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 13 min
Cook time: 31 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb russet potatoes (peeled and cut into large chunks); 3 clove garlic cloves; 0.5 cup plant based butter (unsalted, plus more for serving); 1 cup unsweetened milk (soy or almond milk works best); 0.25 cup vegan sour cream (optional but recommended for tang); 1.5 tsp sea salt (plus extra for boiling water); 1 pinch freshly ground pepper; 1 handful fresh chives (chopped for garnish)

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Experience smooth, creamy, and incredibly flavorful vegan mashed potatoes. This easy side dish features garlic and plant-based butter for richness, while optional vegan sour cream adds a delightful tang. Perfectly whipped and garnished with fresh chives, it is the ultimate comfort food for any holiday table or weeknight dinner.

Instructions

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1

Place the russet potatoes (3 lb) and garlic cloves (3 clove) in a large pot. Cover with cold water by 1 inch and season with a tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and gently boil for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender.
2

Drain the potatoes and garlic, returning them to the pot. Partially mash them using a potato masher.
3

Add the plant based butter (0.5 cup), unsweetened milk (1 cup), sea salt (1.5 tsp), and freshly ground pepper (1 pinch). Mash until perfectly smooth.
4

Fold in the vegan sour cream (0.25 cup) using a spatula. Season to taste and serve topped with extra butter and fresh chives (1 handful).

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

Divide into portions:

256

kcal

Protein (g)

Carbs (g)

Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 4 g

Monounsaturated Fat 4 g

Polyunsaturated Fat 4 g

Fiber 3 g

Sugars 2 g

Micronutrients

iron

2mg

69% DV

sodium

525mg

182% DV

calcium

60mg

48% DV

potassium

675mg

115% DV

vitamin a

15mcg

13% DV

vitamin c

30mg

266% DV

vitamin k

6mcg

38% DV