Mashed Sweet Potato with Pineapple

Holiday Flavor Upgrade

A Gladitarian twist on tradition that everyone will love.Mashed sweet potatoes with pineapple are a vibrant, festive alternative to traditional buttery mash. This plant-forward side dish skips the dairy and saturated fat, but delivers bold flavor, creamy texture, and seasonal joy in every bite. It’s a showstopper for your Christmas table—warm, colorful, and soulfully satisfying.

Sweet potatoes are a nutritional powerhouse. Rich in fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and beta-carotene, they support immune health, digestion, and cellular repair. Their natural sweetness pairs beautifully with pineapple, creating a dish that feels indulgent but is rooted in wellness.

Compared to white potatoes, sweet potatoes offer a lower glycemic index and more antioxidants. They help stabilize blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and keep you feeling full longer. And when mashed with clean ingredients like avocado oil, allulose brown sugar, and date syrup, they become a celebration of flavor and function.

This Gladitarian mash is dairy-free, butter-free, and completely free of saturated fat. Instead of heavy cream or butter, we use avocado oil for richness and heart-healthy fats. Pineapple chunks add brightness and natural sweetness, while walnuts bring crunch, depth, and omega-3s. The result is a holiday side dish that’s as nourishing as it is beautiful.

Ingredients

  1. 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

    1½ tablespoons avocado oil

    ¾ cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice, drained)

    2 tablespoons allulose brown sugar

    1 tablespoon date syrup

    ½ teaspoon cinnamon

    ¼ teaspoon salt

    ½ cup chopped walnuts (plus extra for garnish)

    Instructions

    Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.

    Mash the potatoes with avocado oil until smooth and creamy.

    Fold in pineapple chunks, allulose brown sugar, date syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Mix gently to keep some pineapple texture.

    Stir in chopped walnuts and taste for balance—adjust sweetness or salt if needed.

    Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with extra walnuts, and serve warm.

    This dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, plant-based mains, or your favorite holiday proteins. It’s a crowd-pleaser that honors tradition while elevating it with Gladitarian clarity and intention.

    Mashed sweet potatoes with pineapple are more than a side—they’re a statement. A reminder that holiday meals can be joyful, nourishing, and aligned with your values. So go ahead: make your table shine with color, warmth, and flavor that everyone will truly love.