Description
A creamy and flavorful Vegan Mashed Potatoes recipe featuring tender russet potatoes blended with a savory garlic-onion puree, vegan butter, and almond milk for the perfect dairy-free comfort side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 lbs russet potatoes
- 1/3 cup diced onion
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
Dairy Alternatives
- 1 1/2 cups vegan butter (softened)
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened unflavored almond milk
Seasonings
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Rinse and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Place them whole in a large pot ready for boiling.
- Boil Potatoes: Cover the potatoes with hot water, generously salt the water to flavor the potatoes as they cook, and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook Until Tender: Boil the potatoes until they are soft enough for a fork to easily pierce through, usually about 20-25 minutes depending on size.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: While the potatoes boil, heat a teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and minced garlic and cook them until they become soft and the onions turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Make Garlic-Onion Puree: Transfer the softened garlic and onions to a blender or food processor, add the almond milk, and puree until a smooth paste forms.
- Mash Potatoes and Combine: Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them in a large bowl or pan using a masher. Stir in the garlic-onion puree, softened vegan butter, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until creamy and well combined.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for the fluffiest mashed texture.
- Adjust almond milk amount for desired creaminess.
- For a richer flavor, use vegan butter that is salted or add extra seasoning as needed.
- Ensure potatoes are well drained before mashing to avoid watery mash.
- This recipe is best served immediately but can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan American
Keywords: Vegan mashed potatoes, dairy-free mashed potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, vegan comfort food, easy vegan side dish
