Low Carb Carrot and Parsnip Gratin

Elevate your side dish game with this Low Carb Carrot and Parsnip Gratin—a creamy, cheesy bake that’s loaded with flavor yet light on carbs! Thinly sliced carrots and parsnips are sautéed with fragrant garlic, simmered in a luscious blend of heavy cream and unsweetened almond milk, and infused with fresh thyme for an herby twist. Topped with a golden-browned duo of Gruyère and Parmesan cheese, this gratin achieves the perfect balance between indulgence and wholesomeness. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, it’s a show-stopping, low-carb option for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve this irresistibly creamy gratin alongside roasted meats or a fresh green salad for a crowd-pleasing meal that no one will guess is keto-friendly!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Carrots
• 3 medium-sized Parsnips
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Thinly slice the carrots and parsnips using a mandoline or sharp knife.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced carrots and parsnips to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream, unsweetened almond milk, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Let simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Remove from heat and gently mix in half of the Gruyère cheese.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese and all of the Parmesan over the top.

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 12

Let the gratin cool for about 10 minutes before serving, allowing the sauce to set slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1180.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2215.9

Total Fat 174.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g
Cholesterol 469.2mg	0%
Sodium 4466.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 63.5g	0%

Vitamin D 77.8IU	0%
Calcium 2221.9mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 2216.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.5%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 15.8%