Paleo Sweet Potato Mash

Creamy, flavorful, and completely dairy-free, this Paleo Sweet Potato Mash is the ultimate side dish for clean eating enthusiasts. Made with naturally sweet, nutrient-packed sweet potatoes, this recipe gets its velvety texture and subtle richness from coconut milk and ghee, while a hint of ground cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic touch. With only 30 minutes from start to finish, this quick and wholesome dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Seasoned with sea salt and black pepper (optional for a kick) and finished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this versatile mash delivers on both flavor and presentation. Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and irresistibly satisfying, it's a healthy twist on a classic comfort food staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 0.25 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash, peel, and chop the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of sea salt.

Step 3

Add the sweet potato cubes to the boiling water and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot or transfer to a large bowl.

Step 5

Using a potato masher or an immersion blender, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Alternatively, leave some chunks for a more rustic texture if preferred.

Step 6

Mix in the coconut milk, ghee, ground cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper (if using). Continue mashing or stirring until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mash reaches your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or cinnamon if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the sweet potato mash to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(453.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	595.1

Total Fat 28.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 1370.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129.3mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 72.8mg	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: 42.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 53.7%