Creamy Vegan Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes (No Butter Needed!)
Creamy vegan olive oil mashed potatoes are rich, dairy-free, and made with just 3 simple ingredients. The perfect easy side dish for holidays and cozy dinners!
Servings: 4
Calories: 298kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds yellow potatoes (such as Yukon gold) peeled and quartered
- 4 cloves garlic peeled (keep cloves whole)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh chives minced, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add the potatoes and garlic to a large pot of salted water. Simmer over medium heat. Cook the potatoes until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes.2 pounds yellow potatoes, 4 cloves garlic
- Reserve about a cup of the cooking water by dipping a coffee mug into the pot to collect the liquid. Then drain the cooked potatoes and garlic.
- Return the drained potatoes and garlic to the pot. Using a potato masher, start mashing the potatoes and garlic.
- Pour in the olive oil. Continue to mash, adding a little of the reserved cooking water at a time, as needed, to thin out the potatoes.¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, and continue to mash until they reach your desired creaminess.salt and pepper
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with minced chives, if using.fresh chives
Notes
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven in a covered baking dish at 350°F until heated through. Or cover and reheat in the microwave.
Amy’s Tip: Wondering how much to make? Plan for about ½ pound of potatoes per person — it’s a great rule of thumb for any gathering.
Nutrition
Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 967mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg
