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Carrot Parsnip Mash
5 from 18 votes

Carrot Parsnip Mash

Carrot Parsnip Mash combines tender boiled carrots and parsnips, blended smoothly with butter and seasoning. The result is a creamy, subtly sweet side dish with gentle earthy notes from the parsnips. This mash offers a comforting texture that complements roasted or grilled meats and vegetables. Its simple preparation involves boiling until soft and mashing to desired consistency, making it a practical choice for a nutritious vegetable accompaniment.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 121 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound carrot
  • 1 pound parsnip
  • 2 tbsp butter melted, or ghee
  • salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Heat a large pot of water on high, until boiling.
  2. While waiting for the water to boil, peel the carrots and parsnips. Then slice into 1 inch-sized pieces.
  3. Once the water is boiling, add the sliced carrots and parsnips. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
  4. Strain the carrots and parsnips in a colander.
  5. Place into a food processor with the ghee, salt and pepper. Pulse a few times, until they are mashed to your preference. Alternatively, you can mash the ingredients together with a hand masher.

Nutrition Information

Calories 121kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 93mg (4%) Potassium 525mg (11%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 12750IU (255%) Vitamin C 17.3mg (19%) Calcium 52mg (5%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 121

% Daily Value*

Calories 121kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 93mg 4%
Potassium 525mg 11%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 12750IU 255%
Vitamin C 17.3mg 19%
Calcium 52mg 5%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.