Spinach Mashed Potatoes

Spinach Mashed Potatoes ~Spinach sauteed with garlic with creamy mashed potatoes, butter, and seasonings. This hearty and healthy side dish is ready to serve in about 20 minutes.When trying to decide on a side dish everyone will love, you can’t go wrong with simple and savory mashed potatoes. They’re a crowd favorite and comfort food classic.Perfect as a holiday side dish, portable for a potluck, and easy enough for everyday dinners at home.Ingredients for Spinach Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 pounds potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup vegan butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
• 6 ounces baby spinach leaves, by weight

How to make Spinach Mashed Potatoes:For the potatoes:Into a large saucepan, add the cubed potatoes and enough water to cover by 1-inch.Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, approximately 15 minutes.Drain potatoes in a colander then return to the saucepan.For the spinach:While the potatoes are simmering, add the olive oil to a medium-size skillet over medium-high heat.When the oil is hot add the baby spinach leaves.Cook, stirring frequently until the leaves begin to wilt.Add the minced garlic then continue cooking an additional 1 minute.Remove cooked spinach to a cutting board. Rough chop and set aside.Putting it all together:Into the pot with the potatoes, add the vegan butter, unsweetened almond milk, sea salt, and ground black pepper.Use a potato masher to mash to desired consistency.Add the cooked spinach.Stir everything together to combine.Adjust seasoning taste.Serve hot. Cheers!What to make with leftover spinach mashed potatoes:Spinach Mashed Potato Stuffed Mushrooms – Quick, easy, and a tasty way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes. More recipes featuring spinach:Chickpea and Pasta Soup with Spinach – Hearty without being heavy. This soup is simple, flavorful, and easy to make.Vegan Smoked Gouda Risotto with Spinach and Mushrooms – A rich and creamy, deliciously easy vegan gourmet risotto.Vegan Spinach Parmesan Fettuccine – Just five simple ingredients and ready to serve in 30 minutes or less.Vegan Spinach Noodle Kugel – A simple but classic comfort food dish that is perfect for brunch or the holiday table.