With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about Thanksgiving food! I love this Mashed Red Potatoes recipe for the holidays because it’s so easy to make, which is great for easing up stress on the big day. Whether you’re serving it alongside a turkey (hello, Citrus Tea-Glazed Roasted Turkey) or meatballs for the holidays (like these Turkey Swedish Meatballs or Easy Vegan Meatballs), these mashed potatoes are perfect for everyone. This recipe is creamy, garlicky, and SO SO SO yummy!
Here’s why this Creamy Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes recipe is my favorite:
- It can be made in just 30 minutes!
- You can add flavor to taste.
- The recipe uses vegan butter and almond milk, which can be subbed for regular butter and milk if desired!
You and your family will absolutely love this delicious side dish!
Watch this video on how to make Creamy Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes!
Ingredients
The ingredients for this recipe are simple and easy to find. Here’s what you’ll need:
Red Potatoes – Medium sized, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
Butter – Vegan butter or regular butter work great for this recipe!
Milk – I used unsweetened almond milk, but regular milk works great too!
Garlic Powder – Garlic powder adds so much flavor to these mashed potatoes and can be adjusted to taste.
Fresh Basil – Optional, but takes these red mashed potatoes to the next level!
How to make red skin mashed potatoes in 4 easy steps
All you need to make these mashed potatoes is a large stock pot, a potato masher, and a serving dish! Here’s how to make this mashed potatoes recipe:
1. Quarter the potatoes.
2. Boil the potatoes.
3. Mash the potatoes, add in the butter, garlic, salt, pepper, and milk.
4. Top with fresh basil, serve, and enjoy!
TIP: Remove excess water after boiling the potatoes to ensure that the mashed potatoes are thick and creamy!
Other side dish options that pair with mashed potatoes
- Roasted Chickpea Fall Salad
- Vegan Green Bean Casserole w/ Rosemary Garlic Mushrooms
- Spicy Southwest Butternut Squash Casserole
- Roasted Beets & Sweet Potato Salad
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Creamy Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes
Ingredients
- 3 lbs red potatoes, medium (2-3″ )
- 1/2 cup vegan butter
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 Tbsp garlic powder
- salt/pepper (to taste)
- fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the red potatoes into quarters and place in a large stock pot.
- Add enough water to cover the potatoes and bring to a boil.
- Bring to a simmer and cover for 20 minutes (or until soft).
- Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- Drain any excess water.
- Mash the red potatoes and add in the butter, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Top with fresh basil (optional) and enjoy!
Video
Notes
- Adjust the amount of milk to the desired consistency.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic, salt, and pepper to taste!
Kate says:
Mmmm! Talk about the ultimate comfort food! I love mashed potatoes. I’ve been looking for a perfect vegan version, too! 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Kate! 🙂
Mallory @ Cheers Years says:
Yummy!! Mashed potatoes are one of my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. I love that you used vegan butter and almond milk. I usually use those ingredients in a lot of my dishes for the dairy sensitive family members. I loved the video – so helpful!
Christine McMichael replied:
Me toooo, Mallory! Absolute fave!
Veena Azmanov says:
I love mashed potatoes and so cool that you left the skin on. I wish my kids would eat – they don’t fancy the skin but the skin has most nutrition. The recipe sounds yum.
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Veena! 🙂
Emily Kyle says:
Oh my goodness, this is the most beautiful potato dish I’ve ever seen! We were able to grow our own red potatoes in the garden last year, but didn’t get any this year. I will be running to the store to get some ASAP!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks so much, Emily! 🙂 I’d love to grow my own one day!
Alisa Fleming says:
I don’t think people realize how delicious dairy-free mashed potatoes are! We’ve seen them devoured before the dairy-laden ones! I love the way you left the skins on in this recipe – so pretty.
Christine McMichael replied:
They’re seriously SO good!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says:
Ohhh congrats on your first time hosting! It’s nerve wracking and fun all wrapped up in to one. These potatoes would be the perfect addition to the menu.
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Julie! I can’t wait!
Ashima says:
Mashed potatoes are such wonderful comfort foods especially in this weather. These look lovely and very inviting. From the picture I thought you had some red onion in there too.. but I guess that’s the skin of the potatoes. Thumbs up for that! 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
I definitely agree, Ashima! 🙂 Thank you! 🙂
Liz says:
These look like the perfect addition to the table this season! Love that they fit all dietary types too!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Liz! Enjoy!
Jenn says:
I LOVE that these are vegan! Mashed red potatoes are the best!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Jenn! 🙂
Sonali- The Foodie Physician says:
You can’t have a holiday feast without mashed potatoes! These look perfect!
Christine McMichael replied:
I agree, Sonali! 🙂
Rachel says:
Can never have too much garlic in mashed potatoes!
Christine McMichael replied:
That is definitely true!
Jessica @Small Bites by Jessica says:
Nothing more comforting than creamy mashed potatoes! These look amazing!
Christine McMichael replied:
I agree, Jessica! 🙂
Whitney E. RD says:
These look so creamy and delicious! Love the addition of basil and that you left the skins on the potatoes – yay for more fiber!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Whitney! 🙂
amanda -runtothefinish says:
25 minutes?! I’ve been debating an instapot and now I feel like I really need one because maybe i’d make more things if they were so fast
Christine McMichael replied:
Yeah, I’ve been debating on one too! They seem amazing!
Patti says:
Being married to a meat eater, I would say the three dishes that you linked above along with a turkey and some rolls would be the perfect Thanksgiving dinner. Those potatoes look amazing.
Patti replied:
These potatoes, of course, have to be on the menu, too.
Christine McMichael replied:
So perfect, Patti! 🙂