Quick and Easy Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes are vegan, gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, and delicious! With just 5 ingredients, they're creamy, light, and fluffy. The perfect side dish!
Welcome, fellow dairy-free friend! You probably found your way here because you're eliminating or limiting your dairy intake. This dairy-free mashed potatoes recipe is going to rock your world! It's so simple, uses ingredients and tools we all have, and will please everybody at the dinner table.
We're going to be using russet potatoes, non-dairy milk and butter, salt and pepper, and if you want to garnish with sliced green onion, top to your heart's desire. Is that a no-fuss recipe or what?! They're a great make-ahead dish as well. Hello, holiday cooking or weeknight meals! This is also the same recipe I use to top my Dairy-Free and Egg-Free Cottage Pie.
I use russet potatoes but go ahead what you have on hand or your favorite type. Start by giving them a good scrub then chop them roughly, remember you're going to be mashing them at the end so no need to show off your knife skills. I choose not to peel my potatoes but if you prefer that, go ahead! Toss them in your pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, drain, then return to pot.
Now you're going to add dairy-free milk and butter then mash until smooth. For this basic mashed potatoes recipe, I recommend using almond milk or soy milk. Both are very easy to find in grocery stores and can be used in countless other allergy-friendly meals. Once your potatoes are mashed and creamy, season and garnish, then serve!
Quick and Easy Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes roughly chopped
- ⅔ cup dairy-free milk
- 2 tablespoons dairy-free butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: Sliced green onion, a pat of dairy-free butter
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water.
- Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, about 15 minutes.
- Once cooked, drain then return to pot.
- Add dairy-free milk and butter then mash until smooth.
- Stir in salt and pepper, garnish then serve.
Erin Dee says
The best when it comes to comfort food sides! Love that these are a dairy free option!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
For sure 🙂 Thanks so much!
Sarah says
Love that you leave the skins on. My mom use to but I usually don't because I don't eat mashed potatoes much so make them how the family likes them when I do. That said I've made them so often since being pregnant and think I need to whip these up and have them try them again.
Jenna | The Urben Life says
I hope you do 🙂 They're so easy and can be used a million different ways!
Alisa Fleming says
I have to admit, I'm more of a roasted potato gal, but my family likes mashed potatoes and it's so great to prepare a simple recipe like this one.
Jenna | The Urben Life says
I love mashed potatoes in phases, so I understand haha
Jackie says
Oh wow I didn't even know dairy-free milk and butter existed. I totally need this right now because I am recovering from food poisoning and can't eat dairy. These look so good right now!!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Oh, yes!! I hope you give it a try 🙂 Let me know if you need any dairy-free recommendations!
Emma says
These look so delicious! Especially with the green onion on top. I love that combo 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks so much 🙂 Ah yes!!!
Kerry Afdem says
These look yummy! We love potatoes here. I will have to look for dairy free butter. I've never heard of that!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks so much, Kerry! I hope you can find it. It's usually in the grocery or health section – sometimes actually in the dairy/egg area.
desiree grubbs says
I've been thinking about going dairy free, due to health issues.
I just didn't think I could give up butter!
I didn't realize they made dairy free butter!
What is your favorite kind?
Jenna | The Urben Life says
You can do it 🙂 I alternate between a couple! Try Earth Balance and Smart Balance's dairy-free butter. I've been wanting to try I Can't Believe It's Not Butter's vegan product but I can't find it in stores. Good luck!
Mimi says
I love mashed potatoes, This dairy free recipe looks delicious
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks so much 🙂 I hope you give it a go!
Karen says
These look delicious!! Definitely going to try this week- thanks for sharing!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks, Karen 🙂 Enjoy!
Jules Shepard says
what isn't made better with green onion and dairy free milk? These look perfect...great recipe!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Haha! Isn't that the truth 🙂 Thanks so much
Leigh Suznovich says
Love this version of my favorite side dish!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks so much, Leigh!
Noelle says
Love that the skins are still in this recipe! Loved it.
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks so much 🙂 Oh yeah!!
Nicole Dawson says
We love us some spuds in this house, especially with dairy-free butter! YUMMO. Love that you kept the skins on these...my favorite way.
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Oh, heck yes! I always keep the skin on potatoes and sweet potatoes 😉
Jodi Graham says
Mmmmm potatoes are my favourite vegetable! Love this simple recipe and that it's focused on dairy-free which is so bad for my skin! Thank you 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks, Jodi! I hope you give this a try soon
Kelly says
Is there anything more comforting than mashed potatoes? Yes, dairy free mashed potatoes. Yum!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
YES 🙂 Thanks so much for the comment!