Dairy-Free Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of Dairy-Free Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a wholesome side dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfectly cooked sweet potatoes are elevated with creamy coconut milk, fruity olive oil, and a hint of maple syrup for natural sweetness, while warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg add a cozy, aromatic touch. This recipe is entirely dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for plant-based diets or those with lactose sensitivities, and it’s ready in just 30 minutes! Whether paired with your holiday feast or served as a comforting weeknight side, these creamy mashed sweet potatoes are guaranteed to impress with their smooth texture and balanced flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes.
Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let them cook for about 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
Add the coconut milk, olive oil, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and black pepper to the pot.
Using a potato masher or an electric mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until they reach your desired level of smoothness and creaminess.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or spices according to your preference.
Serve the mashed sweet potatoes warm, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2900 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.2 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 231 mg | 5% | |
*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.
