Vegan Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Vegan Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes simmer Yukon Golds into velvety creaminess topped with golden caramelized onions for holiday side perfection without dairy. Ready in 45 minutes, it serves 6 with savory depth and plant-based richness.

Why This Recipe Works

Yukon Golds mash fluffier than russets naturally. Caramelized onions provide umami bomb without meat. Cashew cream mimics butter smoothness perfectly. Garlic roasted in skins infuses without bitterness. Rustic texture feels homemade.

Ingredients & Prep

Potatoes:

• 3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled & cubed
• 6 garlic cloves, unpeeled
• 1 tsp salt

Onions:

• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp vegan butter
• ½ tsp sugar
• 1 tsp fresh thyme

Cashew Cream:

• ½ cup raw cashews, soaked
• ½ cup plant milk
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 tbsp vegan butter

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Boil potatoes and garlic in salted water 20 minutes until fork-tender.
2. Meanwhile, melt vegan butter; cook onions, sugar, thyme 25 minutes golden.
3. Drain potatoes; squeeze garlic from skins.
4. Blend soaked cashews with milk, nutritional yeast until creamy.
5. Mash potatoes with cashew cream, vegan butter, salt. Fold in half onions; top with rest.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate 4 days; reheat with plant milk splash.

FAQs

Grainy texture?
Blend cashews smooth; hot milk.

Watery potatoes?
Drain thoroughly; steam dry.

Bitter onions?
Low slow caramelize.

Conclusion

Vegan Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes cozy-hugs holidays creamy perfection.

Vegan Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Print Recipe

Vegan Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes feature creamy Yukon gold mash swirled with deeply golden caramelized onions and fresh thyme. Plant milk and vegan butter create rich dairy-free texture perfect for holiday sides.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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• 3 lb Yukon gold potatoes peeled cubed
• 3 large yellow onions thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves peeled
• 1/2 cup oat milk warm
• 1/4 cup vegan butter
• 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 1/2 tsp salt divided
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast optional

Instructions

• 1. Heat olive oil in wide skillet over medium. Add onions and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook 30-35 minutes stirring occasionally until deep golden.
• 2. Meanwhile boil potatoes and garlic in salted water 15-20 minutes until fork tender. Drain well.
• 3. Warm oat milk. Mash potatoes and garlic with vegan butter, warm milk, remaining salt, pepper, thyme, and nutritional yeast.
• 4. Fold in half caramelized onions. Top with remaining onions.

Notes

• Low slow onion cooking creates essential sweetness.
• Yukon golds mash creamier than russets.
• Make onions day ahead; reheat gently.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 3/4 cup
• Calories: 220
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 480mg
• Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 4g
• Cholesterol: 0mg

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