Dairy-Free Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Spinach

Elevate your comfort food game with these Dairy-Free Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Spinach, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with simple yet flavorful ingredients like Russet potatoes, unsweetened almond milk, and extra-virgin olive oil, this recipe delivers velvety smoothness without a drop of dairy. The addition of fresh baby spinach, sautéed with fragrant garlic, adds a burst of color and earthy goodness, while a touch of nutmeg lends a subtle warmth to every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, this vegan-friendly side dish is easy to prepare in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with hearty mains or plant-based proteins. Taste comfort food redefined!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 5 cups Fresh baby spinach
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube the Russet potatoes into approximately 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the garlic cloves, minced, to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Add the fresh baby spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.

Step 8

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and unsweetened almond milk to the potatoes.

Step 9

Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Stir in the sautéed spinach and garlic mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 11

Season the mashed potatoes with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your dairy-free creamy mashed potatoes with spinach.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1321.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1438.6

Total Fat 57.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2715.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.8g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 679.5mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 5775.7mg	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: 35.1%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 56.4%