Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes: A Flavorful Holiday Recipe with EVOO & Balsamic

Mashed potatoes are a must-have at every holiday feast — warm, comforting, and endlessly versatile. This year, give your mashed potatoes a flavorful and modern twist by replacing butter with premium extra-virgin olive oil from Verde Valley Olive Oil. Not only does it create a rich, silky texture, but it also makes the dish naturally vegan and dairy-free without sacrificing any of the indulgent holiday flavor.

Whether you’re cooking for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a festive winter gathering, these olive oil mashed potatoes will become a new seasonal staple at your table.

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🥄 Why Use Olive Oil Instead of Butter?

Swapping butter for olive oil creates mashed potatoes that are:

✔️ Creamier and smoother
✔️ Naturally vegan and dairy-free
✔️ Rich in flavor with a gourmet finish
✔️ Healthier, heart-friendly, and delicious
✔️ Perfect for guests with dietary restrictions

And with high-quality Verde Valley olive oils, you can choose from bold, peppery, citrusy, or garlic-forward flavor profiles to match any holiday menu.

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🧄 1. Classic Olive Oil & Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Vegan!)

This simple recipe lets the olive oil shine, creating smooth, fragrant mashed potatoes everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet)
• ¼–½ cup Verde Valley Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced or 1–2 Tbsp Verde Valley Garlic Olive Oil
• Salt & pepper
• Warm vegetable broth (optional for thinning)

Instructions

1. Peel and boil potatoes until fork-tender.
2. Drain and mash gently.
3. Add olive oil a little at a time until creamy.
4. Stir in garlic (or garlic olive oil).
5. Season generously with salt and pepper.

This creates a luxuriously smooth, dairy-free mashed potato dish that pairs beautifully with turkey, ham, roast beef, lamb, or holiday vegetables.

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🍇 2. Balsamic Drizzle Mashed Potatoes

A finishing drizzle of Verde Valley Balsamic Vinegar takes your mashed potatoes from simple to gourmet.

What You’ll Need

• Prepared olive oil mashed potatoes
• 1–2 tsp Verde Valley Traditional Balsamic or Cranberry Pear Balsamic

How to Serve

Spoon mashed potatoes into a serving bowl and lightly drizzle balsamic on top.
This adds depth, sweetness, and a beautiful finishing touch perfect for holiday entertaining.

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🌿 3. Herb-Infused Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

Herbs and olive oil are a match made in holiday heaven.

Ingredients

• Verde Valley EVOO
• Fresh rosemary, thyme, or sage
• Sea salt

Instructions

Heat olive oil with herbs on low to infuse.
Strain and pour into the potatoes before mashing for a fragrant, earthy flavor.

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🍋 4. Lemon Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes (Bright & Fresh)

For lighter holiday menus, try adding brightness with Verde Valley Meyer Lemon Olive Oil.

Simply drizzle over your finished mashed potatoes for a refreshing citrus finish.
Perfect with fish, turkey, or vegetarian mains.

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🍽 Tips for the Creamiest Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes

• Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the smoothest texture.
• Warm olive oil before mixing to enhance flavor.
• Add vegetable broth for extra creaminess.
• Avoid over-mixing to prevent gumminess.
• Finish with flaky sea salt for a gourmet touch.

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🛒 Holiday Cooking Starts with High-Quality Ingredients

Premium olive oil and balsamic vinegar can transform even the simplest dishes. Verde Valley Olive Oil offers:

✨ Cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oils
✨ Infused olive oils like garlic, lemon, and rosemary
✨ Aged balsamic vinegars
✨ Beautiful holiday-friendly flavors

Explore the full selection at:
👉 https://vvoliveoil.com

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🎄 Conclusion: A New Holiday Favorite

These mashed potato variations are festive, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or preparing a Christmas feast, olive oil mashed potatoes offer a healthier and equally indulgent alternative to traditional recipes. With Verde Valley Olive Oil, each bite becomes rich, comforting, and unforgettable.