Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes Olive Oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook the potatoes, tossing them gently, for 1 to 2 minutes to dry them out.
Return the drained potatoes to the pot over low heat. You can save a little of the starch water to mix back in as needed. Add potatoes, garlic and salt and cook on medium heat until potatoes are fork tender, about 15 minutes.
Return the drained potatoes to the pot over low heat.
Tips for making olive oil mashed potatoes. Olive oil and herbs make these dairy free mashed potatoes light, fresh. Drain, but reserve 1 cup of the cooking water. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over low heat, add the almond milk, coconut milk, garlic, olive oil, coconut oil and salt (i recommend using 2 teaspoons and adding more later, if desired).