Whole30 Creamy Mashed Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these Whole30 Creamy Mashed Carrots, a velvety, nutrient-packed alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, including sweet carrots, rich ghee, and creamy coconut milk, this paleo-friendly recipe is both dairy-free and bursting with flavor. Seasoned perfectly with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, these mashed carrots are irresistibly smooth and luxurious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or as a healthy addition to your meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, and enjoy a comforting, Whole30-compliant side dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Carrots
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
- 2 tablespoons Ghee
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform pieces, about 1-inch in size, to ensure they cook evenly.
Step 2
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the carrots to the boiling water.
Step 3
Cook the carrots for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Step 4
Drain the water and transfer the cooked carrots to a large mixing bowl or food processor.
Step 5
Add ghee, coconut milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the carrots.
Step 6
Mash the ingredients together using a potato masher or blend them in the food processor until a smooth and creamy consistency is reached.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper according to your preference.
Step 8
Transfer the creamy mashed carrots to a serving dish and, if desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (214.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 567.5 |
| Total Fat 56.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 43.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2419.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.7g | |
| Protein 3.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 47.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 529.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories