Vegan Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Smoked Paprika
Creamy, buttery mashed potatoes are one of those comfort foods that can feel off-limits once you cut out dairy — but this recipe proves that's simply not the case. The secret is roasting a whole head of garlic low and slow until the cloves turn deeply golden and almost jammy, then melting them straight into warmed plant-based milk and vegan butter before folding everything into riced Yukon Golds. That technique is what separates these from flat, gluey mashed potatoes — the potatoes get dried out over low heat before mashing, so they absorb every drop of that garlicky, rich liquid. Smoked paprika adds a subtle warmth and a gorgeous russet-toned finish that makes the bowl look as good as it tastes. A scatter of fresh chives on top brings a little brightness and color to round it all out. This makes four generous servings, so it's equally at home as a weeknight side or the centerpiece of a holiday spread.
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4 servings
- 1 whole head garlic
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 ½-inch chunks
- 1 tsp salt, plus more for the cooking water
- ¾ cup plant-based milk, warmed
- 4 tbsp vegan butter
- ½ tsp smoked paprika, plus more for garnish
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Place the garlic head cut-side up on a small piece of foil, drizzle with the olive oil, and wrap tightly. Roast directly on the oven rack for 35–40 minutes, until the cloves are deeply golden and completely soft when pressed.
- 2
While the garlic roasts, place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 15–18 minutes, until the potatoes are completely tender and a fork slides through without resistance.
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