Best 8 Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes With Spinach And Basil Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures with Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes with Spinach and Basil, a culinary creation that elevates the classic comfort food to new heights. This delectable dish combines creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach, aromatic basil, and a drizzle of flavorful olive oil, resulting in a harmonious blend that tantalizes the taste buds. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Spinach and Basil Salad and a tangy Lemon-Tahini Dressing. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will delight your senses and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

OLIVE OIL MASHED POTATOES



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These mashed potatoes are extremely easy to make, and have the added benefit of being vegan. A hefty dose of garlic lends a bite to the creaminess. Make sure to use good olive oil. (For everything you need to know to make perfect potatoes, visit our potato guide.)

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds yellow fleshed potatoes, like Yukon Gold or German Butterball, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
8 garlic cloves, peeled
Salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add potatoes, garlic and 2 teaspoons salt and cook at a brisk simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and garlic, reserving 1 cup of cooking liquid. Mash potatoes and garlic. Beat in olive oil and then thin to desired consistency with reserved cooking liquid. Check seasoning and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 202, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 382 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

MASHED POTATOES WITH OLIVE OIL AND HERBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds russet potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt and cold water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the potatoes, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Return the potatoes to the pan. Shake the pan over medium heat for about a minute to dry the potatoes. Transfer the potatoes to a food mill, ricer or bowl.
  • Add the oil and reserved cooking liquid to the saucepan and warm over medium heat. Remove the pan from the heat. Mash the potatoes through the food mill or ricer into the pan (or mash by hand in the bowl and transfer to the pan). Add the basil, parsley and tarragon and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

OLIVE OIL MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 baking potatoes (each about 8 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prick potatoes several times with a fork. Place on a piece of paper toweling and cook at 100 percent for 11 minutes, or until tender, in a 650- to 700-watt oven.
  • Remove potatoes from oven. When cool enough to handle, halve each potato and scoop out flesh with a spoon. Pass through a ricer or place in a bowl and mash with a potato masher. Stir in oil and salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

MASHED POTATOES WITH GARLIC AND BASIL



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, weekday, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 to 8 medium Washington, Idaho or Yellow Gold potatoes
6 whole garlic cloves, peeled
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
1 1/4 cups warm milk
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
Freshly ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into 3/4-inch cubes. Place the pieces in saucepan and cover with water. Add the garlic and salt.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Do not overcook.
  • Drain. Discard garlic. Put the potatoes through a food mill or ricer, or mash them well with a potato masher.
  • Add the olive oil, and beat to blend. Add the warm milk, basil and pepper. Blend well. Serve piping hot.

BASIL MASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Basil Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons kosher salt
8 fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup cream, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and garlic in small stock pot,cover with water.
  • Add 1 tsp of the salt and bring to boil over high heat.
  • Cook until tender,about 25 minutes.
  • Drain in colander.
  • Place basil in bowl of food processor,process until finely chopped,with motor still running.
  • Gradually add olive oil.
  • Set aside.
  • Mash potatoes and garlic using ricer or food mill (gives potatoes a better texture,but if you don't have either,just mash them the usual way!).
  • Transfer to large bowl and add cream,basil-oil mixture,the remaining 1 tsp of salt,and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Serve Suggested wines:Cabernet Sauvignion or Pinot Noir.

OLIVE OIL MASHED POTATOES WITH PANCETTA



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Classic American mashed potatoes take a trip to Italy with the flavors of olive oil, garlic, and pancetta. -Bryan Kennedy, Kaneohe, Hawaii

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 slices pancetta or bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook pancetta in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat until crisp. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat., Drain potatoes and transfer to a large bowl. Mash potatoes with remaining oil. Stir in the parsley, pancetta mixture, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

OLIVE OIL MASHED POTATOES



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Categories     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Winter     Vegan     Chive     Boil     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lb large boiling potatoes
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel and quarter potatoes. Put potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt in a 3-quart pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, covered with lid, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain potatoes in a colander and return to pot. Add oil, pepper, chives (if using), remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup cooking water and mash with a potato masher or fork. Add more cooking water for a looser consistency.

OLIVE-OIL-MASHED POTATOES WITH SPINACH AND BASIL



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Provided by Diane Rossen Worthington

Categories     Potato     Side     Easter     Passover     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Basil     Spinach     Low Cholesterol     Christmas Eve     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds yukon gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
6 tablespoons (or more) low-salt chicken broth
Coarse kosher salt
1 6-ounce package baby spinach
1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; return to pot. Stir over low heat until excess moisture evaporates, 1 to 2 minutes. Using potato masher, mash warm potatoes. Mix in 6 tablespoons oil and 6 tablespoons chicken broth and stir to blend. Season to taste with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add spinach and toss 1 minute. Add basil leaves and toss until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Transfer mixture to sieve set over bowl. Drain well. DO AHEAD: Potatoes and spinach mixture can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand separately at room temperature.
  • Rewarm potatoes, adding more broth to moisten as needed. Stir in spinach mixture. Mound potatoes in bowl and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best choice for mashed potatoes because they are starchy and fluffy. Yukon Gold potatoes are also a good option.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil and spinach, add a lot of flavor to mashed potatoes. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: Overcooked potatoes will be gluey and watery. Cook the potatoes until they are just tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Mash the potatoes until they are smooth: Use a potato masher or a ricer to mash the potatoes until they are smooth. Avoid using a blender or food processor, as this will make the potatoes gummy.
  • Add the milk and butter gradually: Add the milk and butter to the potatoes gradually, stirring constantly. This will help prevent the potatoes from becoming lumpy.
  • Season the potatoes to taste: Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.

Conclusion:

Olive oil mashed potatoes with spinach and basil are a delicious and easy side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. These potatoes are creamy and flavorful, with a pop of color from the spinach and basil. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you're looking for a new way to serve mashed potatoes, give this recipe a try.

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