Description
Creamy, smooth, and unbelievably flavorful, these Simple Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes are a dream side dish for anyone looking for an easy recipe that suits dairy-free diets. Perfect for weeknight meals, holiday gatherings, or cozy dinners, they blend comfort and health in one spoonful. Made with Yukon Gold potatoes, olive oil, and almond milk, this side dish comes together quickly and checks all the boxes for a healthy snack, easy dinner, or quick side dish. They’re gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and so good even dairy lovers won’t miss the butter.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (warmed)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic (optional, minced or roasted)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
1. Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized chunks.
2. Place in a pot, cover with cold water, and add a generous pinch of salt.
3. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until fork-tender.
4. Drain well and return potatoes to the warm pot to release excess steam.
5. Add olive oil and warm almond milk gradually while mashing.
6. Continue until the desired smoothness is reached.
7. Season with salt and pepper, add garlic if using.
8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For fluffier mashed potatoes, let them sit in the pot after draining to evaporate excess moisture.
You can substitute almond milk with oat, soy, or cashew milk for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg