Description
This creamy and flavorful mashed sweet potatoes recipe is a perfect vegan side dish that is both comforting and nutritious. Made with simple ingredients like sweet potatoes, vegan butter, and oat milk, it delivers a smooth, rich texture with a subtle garlic kick, ideal for any holiday or weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons vegan butter
- 1/3 – 1/2 cup oat milk (or coconut milk or other thick vegan milk)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Pinch black pepper (optional)
- Extra pat vegan butter for serving
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil Sweet Potatoes: In a 4-quart pot of boiling water, add the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes. Boil for 15 to 18 minutes or until the potatoes become fork tender.
- Drain Potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, drain them completely in a colander for a few minutes to remove all excess water, ensuring a thick and creamy mash.
- Mash Potatoes: Transfer the drained potatoes to a bowl and use a potato masher to break them up into a coarse mash.
- Prepare Vegan Milk and Butter Mixture: In a small separate bowl, combine the vegan butter and oat milk. Microwave the mixture for about 45 seconds or until the butter has fully melted and the mixture is hot.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the hot vegan milk and butter mixture into the mashed sweet potatoes. Add minced garlic and sea salt. Mash all ingredients together thoroughly with the potato masher until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined. Add additional milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve the mashed sweet potatoes garnished with a pinch of black pepper, chopped parsley, and an extra pat of vegan butter. Enjoy warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For a richer taste, feel free to add more vegan butter or use coconut milk for a subtle coconut flavor.
- You can customize the garlic amount to your taste or omit if preferred.
- Make sure to drain the potatoes well to avoid watery mash.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, use a hand mixer or food processor instead of a masher.
- This recipe can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
