Greek-Style Mashed Potatoes: A Mediterranean Twist on Comfort Food

Upgrade your classic mashed potatoes with this Greek-inspired recipe, packed with bold flavours from kalamata and garlic-stuffed green olives, creamy feta, and fresh herbs. This dish is rich, tangy, and ultra-creamy, making it the perfect side for any Mediterranean feast. The combination of Yukon gold potatoes, cream cheese, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil gives these mashed potatoes a smooth and velvety texture, while olives and feta add a salty, savoury bite. Let’s dive into the simple steps to create this flavourful and comforting dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and cut in chunks)

• 2 tbsp cream cheese

• 1/4 cup milk, hot

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp Kalas Iodized Sea Salt

• 1/4 cup red onions, diced

• 1/2 cup Pilaros kalamata olives, sliced

• 1/2 cup Pilaros green olives stuffed with garlic

• 1/2 cup chopped parsley

• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

• A drizzle of Solon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions:

1. Place peeled and sliced potatoes in a large pot and pour in cold water to cover by 1”. Add a large handful of salt and bring to a boil on the stovetop over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are very tender but not crumbly, 20–30 minutes. Drain, briefly rinse with cool water to remove any excess starch, and return potatoes to a warm pot (off heat) to dry while you heat the milk.

2. Add boiled and drained potatoes through a ricer into a large bowl. You can use a potato masher if you like chunkier mashed potatoes. Add cream cheese and hot milk to your potatoes. Mix until combined.

3. To the mashed potatoes, add the kalamata olives, red onions, green olives, feta, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is fully incorporated.

4. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil.

5. Enjoy while warm.

These Greek-style mashed potatoes bring a whole new level of flavour to your dinner table. The creamy, buttery texture is enhanced by the tangy feta and briny olives, while fresh parsley and red onions add a pop of freshness.

Perfect as a side for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even as a stand-alone dish, these mashed potatoes will quickly become a favourite. Their rich Mediterranean flavours make them an excellent choice for both casual meals and festive gatherings.

With its creamy texture, savoury mix-ins, and irresistible Mediterranean flair, this Greek-Style Mashed Potatoes recipe is sure to be a hit. Try it out and bring the flavours of Greece to your home! Prefer to watch than read, check out the original Reel here.