Creamy Kale and Potato Mash with Fresh Chives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

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A vibrant, tender mash featuring wilted kale and bright chives for a nutrient-rich side dish. This Irish-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Yukon Gold potatoes, kale, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Irish cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes Yukon Gold potatoes
8 oz, stems removed and leaves chopped kale
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tbsp, finely chopped chives
2, thinly sliced green onions
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 lbs peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, and add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender; drain well.
Step 2: Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 8 oz chopped kale and cook, stirring, until wilted and tender, about 5 minutes; set aside.
Step 3: Return drained potatoes to the pot. Add 1 tbsp unsalted butter and 1/2 cup whole milk. Mash until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes of mashing.
Step 4: Stir in cooked kale and 2 thinly sliced green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Fold in 1 tbsp fresh chives.