Green Mashed Potatoes (Creamy, Comforting & Colorful)

Green Mashed Potatoes

If you’re looking for a simple way to add a little color or extra nutrition to a classic comfort food, these green mashed potatoes are such a delicious option. They’re creamy, buttery, flavorful, and blended with spinach for a cozy side dish that feels both comforting and wholesome. These mashed potatoes pair perfectly with weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or anytime you want an easy side dish that’s just a little different from the usual.

❤️ Why You’ll Love These Green Mashed Potatoes

• Creamy and comforting

• A simple way to add extra greens

• Easy, family-friendly side dish

• Made with simple ingredients

• Perfect for holidays or weeknight meals

👩‍🍳 Things You'll Need

• Strainer or strainer spoon

• Blender or food processor

• Large bowl

📝 Tips for Success

• Use Yukon gold potatoes for extra creamy mashed potatoes

• Drain well so the potatoes don’t become watery

  
  
  
  

🔄 Variations & Substitutions

• Dairy-free: Use plant-based butter

• Extra creamy: Add cream cheese or Greek yogurt

• Cheesy version: Stir in parmesan cheese

• More flavor: Add roasted garlic or herbs

🥡 Storage Tips

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days

• Reheat gently

• Can be frozen, though texture may change slightly after thawing

Recipe

Green Mashed Potatoes

makes about 6 servings

Ingredients:

·         5 medium russet potatoes

·         6 ounces of fresh spinach, washed

·         4 tablespoons of butter, softened

Directions:

1.      First blanch the spinach. To blanch to spinach, get a pot of water boiling. Put the spinach in the boiling water for about 3 minutes. Then remove the spinach from the boiling water (you can scoop out with a spoon with holes, or you can pour into a strainer).

2.      Put the spinach and butter in a blender or food processor and mix until smooth. Set this mixture aside

3.      Wash and peel the potatoes. Then boil the potatoes until cooked.

4.      Remove the potatoes from the water and put them into a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup of the spinach mixture.

5.      Mix the potatoes and spinach mixture until smooth or very few lumps.

6.      Add more spinach mixture if you want the green color to be darker and mix again

7.      Enjoy!

These green mashed potatoes are creamy, cozy, and such an easy way to add a little extra goodness to a classic side dish. They’re simple enough for everyday dinners but also perfect for serving alongside holiday meals. If you try them, I’d love to hear how your family liked them and what you paired them with!

-Tina