Mashed Rutabaga with Carrots and Orange

Brighten up your table with this Mashed Rutabaga with Carrots and Orange recipe—a delightful twist on traditional mashed vegetables that's as vibrant in color as it is in flavor! This side dish combines the earthy sweetness of rutabaga and carrots with the citrusy zing of fresh orange juice and zest for a refreshing and creamy mash. Enhanced with a touch of honey, buttery richness, and a hint of heavy cream, this comforting dish is the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an elegant yet easy addition to holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of green, and pair it with roasted meats or vegetarian mains for a truly standout side. Perfectly seasonal, utterly delicious, and packed with wholesome ingredients—this rutabaga mash is sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Rutabaga
• 4 medium Carrots
• 1 large Orange
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the rutabaga into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Peel and slice the carrots into 1/2-inch rounds.

Step 3

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the diced rutabaga and sliced carrots.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are very tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

While the vegetables are cooking, zest the orange and set the zest aside. Juice the orange and measure out about 1/4 cup of juice.

Step 6

Drain the cooked rutabaga and carrots, then return them to the pot.

Step 7

Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, honey, orange juice, and orange zest to the pot.

Step 8

Using a potato masher, mash the mixture until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, use an immersion blender for a finer texture.

Step 9

Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Mix well to combine.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed rutabaga and carrots to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy this vibrant and flavorful side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1220.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1086.4

Total Fat 64.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 135.6mg	0%
Sodium 3546.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 75.7g
Protein 12.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 471.2mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 3313.6mg	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: 51.8%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 43.9%