Dairy-Free Cheesy Potatoes

Say hello to indulgence without the dairy! These Dairy-Free Cheesy Potatoes are a creamy, comforting side dish that delivers rich, cheesy flavor with a completely plant-based twist. Thinly sliced russet potatoes are layered with a velvety sauce made from nutritional yeast, unsweetened almond milk, and a touch of cornstarch for that perfect creamy consistency. Enhanced with sautéed onions, garlic, and a blend of savory spices like paprika and black pepper, this dish bakes to golden perfection in the oven. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a pop of color and brightness, these dairy-free potatoes are perfect for family dinners, holiday spreads, or whenever you're craving classic comfort food with a healthier edge.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 stalks Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the russet potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds. Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch and pat dry.

Step 3

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the nutritional yeast and unsweetened almond milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add this to the skillet, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Layer half of the sliced potatoes in a 9x13-inch baking dish, pour half of the cheese sauce over them. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and sauce.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the dish cool slightly, then garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1719.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1639.6

Total Fat 31.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2695.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 303.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.9g
Protein 44.3g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 678.0mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 7364.1mg	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: 17.0%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 72.4%