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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Side Dishes

    Vegan Mashed Potatoes

    Published: May 19, 2021 · Updated: Nov 10, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    You only need 5 ingredients to make this creamy Vegan Mashed Potatoes recipe. Serve these mashed potatoes up for dinner or at your next holiday feast!

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    This simple mashed potatoes recipe makes the ultimate comfort food—creamy, buttery, potato-y goodness. And these potatoes make a great side dish for all of your favorite meals!

    I love to eat these mashed potatoes paired with my favorite Lentil Meatloaf, these juicy Portobello Mushroom Steaks, or this classy Mushroom Wellington.

    This Vegan Mashed Potatoes Recipe Is... 

    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian 
    • Made with 5 ingredients 
    • Naturally gluten-free 

    How to Make Vegan Mashed Potatoes 

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    1. Peel and dice potatoes. Rinse well. 
    2. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add potatoes and allow them to cook until tender. 
    3. Drain the potatoes and then add in the vegan butter and seasonings. 
    4. Mash the potatoes, then serve warm. 

    Tips & Tricks For Vegan Mashed Potatoes 

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    Potato Variety

    I recommend using Yukon, Russets, or even red potatoes for this mashed potatoes recipe. These kinds of potatoes will cook and mash well. 

    Other varieties of potatoes don't mash as well and can become a bit mushy or gummy in texture once mashed. 

    Mashing Potatoes 

    You can either mash your potatoes by hand or toss them in your KitchenAid stand mixer. Either way, you will get incredibly easy and delicious mashed potatoes. 

    Peeling Potatoes

    Peeling the potatoes is optional—you can leave the peels on or shave them off. If you leave the peels on, your potatoes will have a more chewy texture. If you want creamier potatoes, make sure to remove the peels. 

    Variations To Vegan Mashed Potatoes 

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    Spices And Herbs 

    Season your potatoes with simple salt and pepper, or mix in herbs for added flavor.

    Adding garlic and butter will make a delicious garlic mashed potatoes variation. 

    Cheesy Potatoes 

    Use your favorite vegan cheese to mix in the potatoes. This will add a bit more creaminess and flavor to your potatoes.

    Vegan Mashed Potatoes FAQs

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    Why are my mashed potatoes dry? 

    If you find the mashed potatoes are dry, add in a little more butter. Then mix your potatoes a bit more, and your potatoes will become creamier. 

    How do you store mashed potatoes? 

    You can store leftover potatoes in the fridge for 2–3 days. If you store your potatoes any longer, they will begin to dry out a bit.

    When you're ready to eat the potatoes, you can reheat them in the microwave, warm them up in a skillet on the stove, or heat them up in a covered dish in the oven.

    Can you freeze mashed potatoes? 

    Mashed potatoes can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just place them in a freezer bag and remove all the air you can, or store them in a freezer container. 

    Thaw your frozen potatoes in the fridge overnight, or warm them up in the oven or a slow cooker. If you want to reheat quickly, I find placing the potatoes in a covered dish in the oven for a slow reheat is best. 

    More Vegan Recipes

    If you love these vegan mashed potatoes, be sure to check out these other delicious ideas:

    • Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole
    • Best Vegan Potato Salad
    • Vegan Biscuits and Gravy
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    Vegan Mashed Potatoes

    You only need 5 ingredients to make this creamy Vegan Mashed Potatoes recipe. Serve these mashed potatoes up for dinner or at your next holiday feast!
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    Course: Potato side dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: vegan mashed potatoes
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 298kcal
    Author: Veg Kitchen

    Ingredients

    • 3 small potatoes
    • 1 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter
    • ½ tsp salt
    • ½ tsp black ground pepper
    • 1 tsp thyme or rosemary optional
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    Instructions

    • Wash and peel the potatoes.
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    • Place them in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
    • Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a hand blender.
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    • Add olive oil, black pepper, and salt, to taste. Add fresh herbs just before serving.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 647mg | Potassium: 1359mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 3mg
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