Saint Patrick's Green Mashed Potatoes Vegan Friendly

Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with a vibrant twist on a classic comfort food: Saint Patrick's Green Mashed Potatoes, a delicious vegan-friendly side dish that’s as festive as it is wholesome. Creamy Russet potatoes are perfectly mashed and infused with a rich blend of nutrient-packed spinach, unsweetened almond milk, and savory vegan butter, creating their signature green hue. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy undertone, while garlic, salt, and pepper enhance the flavor profile for a dish that’s both hearty and satisfying. Perfect for holiday feasts or any time you’re craving a creative plant-based option, these mashed potatoes come together in just 40 minutes and can be garnished with fresh chives for an extra pop of color. Whether you're hosting or simply sprucing up your dinner table, this vibrant recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 2 medium Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the potatoes into large chunks for even cooking.

Step 2

Place the chopped potatoes in a large pot, cover them with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are simmering, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the fresh spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spinach is wilted. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Transfer the wilted spinach to a blender or food processor, add the unsweetened almond milk, and blend until smooth. Set the mixture aside.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and return them to the pot. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the potatoes until smooth and fluffy.

Step 6

Add the vegan butter, minced garlic, blended spinach mixture, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the seasonings as needed (adding more salt, pepper, or nutritional yeast based on your preference).

Step 8

Transfer the green mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy this festive, plant-based side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1542.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1426.6

Total Fat 25.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2899.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 267.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 37.8g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 666.9mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 6829.3mg	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: 15.6%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 74.0%