Vegetarian Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, buttery, and bursting with bold flavors, these Vegetarian Loaded Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Featuring fluffy russet potatoes mashed to perfection with rich sour cream, whole milk, and melted cheddar cheese, this recipe is taken to the next level with savory vegetarian bacon bits and a pop of freshness from green onions. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying option for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or potlucks. Perfect for vegetarians and loaded with hearty, indulgent toppings, these mashed potatoes deliver all the flavor of a classic loaded side without the meat. Garnish with extra cheese, green onions, and crispy bacon bits for a stunning presentation that’s as enticing as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 cup Vegetarian bacon bits
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cut the russet potatoes into even chunks to ensure they cook evenly.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, thinly slice the green onions and set them aside.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are done, drain them well and return them to the pot.

Step 6

Add the butter to the hot potatoes and mash using a potato masher or a hand mixer until almost smooth.

Step 7

Gradually add the milk and sour cream to the potatoes, continuing to mash until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Stir in the cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, vegetarian bacon bits, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes until everything is well combined.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.

Step 10

Spoon the loaded mashed potatoes into a serving bowl and garnish with extra cheddar cheese, green onion slices, and vegetarian bacon bits if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your vegetarian loaded mashed potatoes as a delicious side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1456.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2385.5

Total Fat 122.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 317.2mg	0%
Sodium 4658.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 96.5g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 1415.4mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 5673.7mg	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: 44.7%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 39.6%