Paleo Creamy Carrot Mash

Elevate your side dish game with this Paleo Creamy Carrot Mash, a flavorful and nutrient-packed alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Made with tender carrots, velvety coconut milk, and a touch of ghee, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of creaminess and natural sweetness. Aromatic garlic and fresh thyme complement the dish, while a sprinkle of salt and pepper adds just the right amount of seasoning. Ready in just 35 minutes, this paleo-friendly mash is a dream for those seeking a wholesome, dairy-free, and gluten-free side. Pair it with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or any of your favorite paleo entrees for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds carrots
• 0.5 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into evenly sized pieces, roughly 1/2 inch thick, to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced carrots to the boiling water and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are very tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 4

While the carrots are cooking, mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

Once the carrots are tender, drain them well and return them to the pot.

Step 6

Add the coconut milk, ghee, minced garlic, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper to the pot with the carrots.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender or a potato masher, blend or mash the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Taste the mash and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the creamy carrot mash to a serving bowl and garnish with additional thyme leaves if desired.

Step 10

Serve the mash warm as a delicious side dish to complement your favorite paleo entree.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1178.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	338.8

Total Fat 28.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 2448.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 1.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 100.7mg	0%
Iron 0.7mg	0%
Potassium 329.8mg	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: 76.3%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 22.5%