Heart-Healthy Creamy Mashed Purple Potatoes
Transform your side dish game with these Heart-Healthy Creamy Mashed Purple Potatoes, a vibrant and nutritious twist on the classic comfort food. Made with antioxidant-rich purple potatoes, heart-smart extra-virgin olive oil, and unsweetened almond milk, this recipe delivers creamy, dairy-free goodness that’s both flavorful and wholesome. A touch of sautéed garlic and fresh thyme infuses the mash with aromatic depth, while chopped chives add a pop of color and fresh flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, beautifully pairing with lean proteins or plant-based mains. Enjoy a side dish that’s as nourishing as it is visually stunning!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Purple potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Peel the purple potatoes and cut them into uniform chunks, about 1 inch in size.
Step 2
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Step 3
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. You can test them by inserting a fork; the potatoes should feel very tender.
Step 4
While the potatoes are boiling, in a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil gently and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 5
Add the almond milk and fresh thyme leaves to the garlic-oil mixture and heat through. Do not bring it to a boil. Turn off the heat and set aside.
Step 6
Once the potatoes are tender, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot.
Step 7
Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, begin to mash the potatoes. Gradually add the warm almond milk mixture while mashing, until the desired creamy consistency is reached.
Step 8
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and ground black pepper.
Step 9
Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped chives for garnish.
Step 10
Serve warm as a delicious heart-healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1194.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 925.1 |
| Total Fat 31.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2599.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 148.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.0g | |
| Protein 20.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 533.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4261.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories