Vegan Mashed Potatoes

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Learn how to make vegan mashed potatoes with this recipe I got from a cooking class in Cambridge, MA. This is a light and flavorful alternative to calorie-packed mashed potatoes!

Submitted by Jess2011
Updated on July 17, 2023
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes

  • 8 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed

  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary

  • 1 sprig fresh thyme

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place potatoes, garlic, rosemary, and thyme into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until potatoes are easily pierced with a knife, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water.

  2. Transfer boiled potatoes and garlic to a large bowl; discard rosemary and thyme. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mash with a potato masher, adding cooking water to reach desired consistency.

28 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

349 Calories
14g Fat
51g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 349
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 178mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 51g 18%
Dietary Fiber 5g 19%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Calcium 53mg 4%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 1274mg 27%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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