Whipped Parsnips with Roasted Garlic

Elevate your side dish game with these luxurious Whipped Parsnips with Roasted Garlic. This velvety, buttery mash combines the natural sweetness of tender parsnips with the deep, caramelized flavor of oven-roasted garlic for a sophisticated twist on classic comfort food. A splash of heavy cream and a touch of unsalted butter lend richness, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color. Perfect as an alternative to mashed potatoes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, poultry, or your favorite plant-based entrees. Simple to prepare yet impressively elegant, this recipe is a must-try for your next dinner party or holiday gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds parsnips
• 1 garlic bulb
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Cut the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Drizzle the garlic with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and wrap it tightly in aluminum foil. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, until the cloves are soft and lightly browned.

Step 3

While the garlic is roasting, peel the parsnips and chop them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the parsnips and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are very tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

Drain the parsnips and transfer them to a food processor or a large mixing bowl for mashing.

Step 6

Once the garlic has roasted, squeeze the soft cloves out of the bulb and add them to the parsnips.

Step 7

Add the butter, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper to the parsnips and roasted garlic.

Step 8

Blend the mixture in the food processor or mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the whipped parsnips to a serving dish and drizzle with the remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1226.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1896.7

Total Fat 118.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.9g
Cholesterol 200.1mg	0%
Sodium 3616.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 584.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 3798.7mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 40.5%