Low Carb Creamy Mashed Turnips

Elevate your low-carb menu with this delightful recipe for Low Carb Creamy Mashed Turnips—a velvety, flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Made with tender turnips, a touch of butter, and a splash of rich heavy cream, this dish gets a boost of savory depth from minced garlic and a finishing sprinkle of fresh chives. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s a quick and easy side dish that’s perfect for keto-friendly dinners, holiday spreads, or whenever you crave comfort food without the carbs. Smooth, creamy, and irresistibly delicious, these mashed turnips are sure to be a crowd-pleasing hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 pounds turnips
2 tablespoons butter
0.25 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the turnips into 1-inch cubes to ensure they cook evenly.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the turnip cubes.

Step 3

Cook the turnips for about 15 minutes, or until they are tender and can easily be pierced with a fork.

Step 4

Drain the turnips well and return them to the pot.

Step 5

Add the butter, heavy cream, and minced garlic to the pot with the turnips.

Step 6

Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the turnips until smooth and creamy, incorporating the butter and cream.

Step 7

Season the mashed turnips with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Transfer the mashed turnips to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chopped chives.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish to your favorite main course.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1011.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	671.8

Total Fat 44.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 125.8mg	0%
Sodium 3135.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 9.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 296.7mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1783.5mg	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: 58.5%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 36.2%