Red potatoes are an excellent choice for creating chunky, rustic mashed potatoes due to their waxy texture and low starch content. The thin red potato skins are edible and add extra nutrients and color to dishes, eliminating the need for peeling. Starchy potatoes like Russets offer more of a light, fluffy texture. They usually require peeling, which can add extra time and effort during preparation, and may have slightly fewer vitamins and minerals when compared to red potatoes.