Oil-Free Vegan Mashed Potatoes: Creamy Comfort Without the Guilt
Mashed potatoes are a timeless comfort food. But if you’re following a vegan, oil-free lifestyle, you may wonder if it’s possible to enjoy that same creamy, fluffy goodness without butter, cream, or oil. The answer is a resounding YES! In this post, we’ll dive deep into how to make oil-free vegan mashed potatoes that taste amazing, are good for you, and pair perfectly with any meal — especially during the holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 cloves Garlic, peeled
- 1/2 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Fresh chopped chives or parsley
- 1/2 tsp Salt (optional)
- 1/2 tsp Pepper (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes: Peel (optional) and chop potatoes into equal-sized chunks.
- Boil: Place potatoes and garlic cloves (if using) into a large pot. Cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender (about 15–20 minutes).
- Drain: Drain potatoes well, then return them to the pot.
- Mash: Add plant milk, vegetable broth, and nutritional yeast. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Add more plant milk as needed for desired consistency.
- Season: Stir in parsley or chives, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Top with extra herbs or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast. Serve hot!
