Confetti Mashed Potatoes

Brighten up your dinner table with Confetti Mashed Potatoes, a vibrant twist on the classic comfort food! This recipe combines creamy, buttery mashed russet potatoes with a colorful medley of sautéed carrots, red bell peppers, and fresh green onions, creating a side dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. The addition of whole milk and unsalted butter ensures a luxuriously smooth texture, while freshly chopped parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is ideal for holidays, weeknight dinners, or any time you crave a flavorful and visually stunning accompaniment. Perfectly seasoned and bursting with color, these festive mashed potatoes are a guaranteed hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Russet potatoes
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks for even cooking.

Step 2

Place the potatoes into a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice the carrots and red bell pepper into small, even pieces. Finely slice the green onions and chop the parsley.

Step 4

In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced carrots and red bell pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes, until slightly softened and vibrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and return them to the pot. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter, warm milk, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.

Step 7

Gently fold in the sautéed carrots and bell pepper, as well as the sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your Confetti Mashed Potatoes as a hearty, festive side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1526.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1601.9

Total Fat 52.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 138.6mg	0%
Sodium 2665.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.5g
Protein 38.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 416.7mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 6884.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.7%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 62.2%