Low Carb Carrot and Swede Mash
Elevate your side dishes with this creamy, flavorful Low Carb Carrot and Swede Mash, a lighter alternative to traditional potato mash that’s perfect for low-carb diets. Made with a perfectly balanced blend of sweet carrots and nutty swede (rutabaga), this dish gets its luxurious texture from a touch of unsalted butter and heavy cream, while a hint of nutmeg adds warm, aromatic depth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and wholesome recipe is an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Garnished with fresh parsley, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled chicken, or as part of a hearty vegetable spread. Healthy, comforting, and irresistibly creamy, this low-carb side dish is sure to become a household favorite!
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Ingredients
- 500 g carrots
- 500 g swede (rutabaga)
- 50 g unsalted butter
- 60 ml heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.25 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 tbsp parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and chop the carrots and swede into even-sized chunks, roughly 2 cm in diameter, to ensure they cook evenly.
Step 2
Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
Step 3
Once the water is boiling, add the chopped carrots and swede, reducing the heat to a simmer.
Step 4
Cook the vegetables for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are very tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 5
Drain the cooked vegetables thoroughly and return them to the pot.
Step 6
Add the unsalted butter and heavy cream to the pot with the vegetables.
Step 7
Using a potato masher or an immersion blender, mash the carrots and swede until smooth and creamy. Adjust the texture according to your liking.
Step 8
Season the mash with salt, ground black pepper, and freshly grated nutmeg. Stir to combine well.
Step 9
Taste the mash and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 10
Transfer the mash to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Step 11
Serve the low carb carrot and swede mash warm as a delicious side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1118.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 960.8 |
| Total Fat 65.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 170.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2792.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.3g | |
| Protein 10.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 398.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3155.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories