Creamy Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes Recipe Easy Garlic Olive Oil Side Dish
A creamy, dairy-free mashed potatoes recipe using roasted garlic and olive oil for a rich, silky texture without butter or cream. Perfect as a quick, comforting side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 4–5 large garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable broth, low-sodium
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place peeled garlic cloves in a small baking dish, drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, toss to coat, cover loosely with foil, and roast for 20-25 minutes until soft and golden.
- Peel russet potatoes and cut into 1.5-inch chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water by about 1 inch, and add a pinch of salt.
- Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook potatoes until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well in a colander.
- Return drained potatoes to the warm pot or a large bowl. Mash with a potato ricer or masher until smooth but still fluffy.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while folding gently with a spatula. Add roasted garlic cloves, mashing slightly into the potatoes. Pour in vegetable broth gradually, stirring until desired creaminess is reached. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Give potatoes a final stir and adjust texture by adding more olive oil or broth if needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Roast garlic covered with foil to avoid burning and achieve mellow sweetness. Warm olive oil slightly before mixing for a silkier texture. Avoid using a blender to prevent gluey potatoes. Let potatoes rest a minute before mashing to evaporate excess moisture. Add broth gradually to avoid watery mash.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (a
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1.3
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
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