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Best Vegan Mashed Potatoes (Easy & Gluten-Free)

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Craving creamy, comforting mashed potatoes but avoiding dairy and gluten? Look no further! These Vegan Mashed Potatoes are incredibly easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for any meal. They're so good, you won't even miss the dairy! This recipe is a game-changer for anyone exploring vegan or gluten-free cooking. Serve them alongside your favorite Vegan Gravy for the ultimate comfort food experience!

Looking for a different take on mashed potatoes? These creamy mashed potatoes can be turned into crispy Air Fryer Mashed Potatoes Cakes for a fun and flavorful twist!

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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins
Servings 6
Dietary Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description

Creamy, comforting, and totally vegan & gluten-free! This easy mashed potato recipe is perfect for any occasion

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup vegan sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (optional for or thinner consistency)
Instructions

  1. 7. Boil the potatoes: Place the cubed potatoes and garlic cloves in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook until tender when pierced with a fork (about 15-20 minutes).

  2. 8. Drain the potatoes: Drain well in a colander and return them to the pot.
  3. 9. Mash the potatoes: Add the vegan butter, vegan sour cream, salt, and pepper to the pot with the potatoes. Mash using a potato masher or electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy. If desired, add plant-based milk for a thinner consistency.
  4. 10. Taste and adjust seasoning: Add more salt and pepper as needed.
  5. 11. Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 323.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.14g35%
Saturated Fat 20.51g103%
Trans Fat 0.04g
Sodium 229.51mg10%
Potassium 675.49mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 29.23g10%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 2.21g
Protein 3.84g8%
Vitamin A 1.35 IU
Vitamin C 8.93 mg
Calcium 43.11 mg
Iron 1.47 mg
Vitamin E 1.08 IU
Vitamin K 8.54 mcg
Thiamin 0.13 mg
Riboflavin 0.05 mg
Niacin 1.58 mg
Vitamin B6 0.53 mg
Folate 21.64 mcg
Phosphorus 98.12 mg
Magnesium 37.29 mg
Zinc 0.7 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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