When it comes to side dishes, sweet potatoes are a treasured favorite – but many mashed versions of this veggie are loaded down with cream, butter and sugar. For a healthier, vegan twist on a traditional dish, try this easy recipe; it has all the comfort of the original with the added nutrition of protein-packed pumpkin seed powder and chia pudding, along with creamy cashew milk and coconut butter. Serve it proudly with your favorite fall-inspired entrée or grab a spoon and enjoy it as a dessert! 
Chia-Sweet Potato Mash
Ingredients
2 scoops pumpkin seed protein powder
1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla cashew milk
1/4 cup chia seed pudding
1/4 cup cooked sweet potato, mashed
1-1/2 Tbsp. coconut butter
In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients. Serve warm.