Creamy Carrot and Scallion Baked Potato Topping
Elevate your baked potatoes with this vibrant and flavorful Creamy Carrot and Scallion Baked Potato Topping! This easy-to-make topping combines the natural sweetness of sautéed carrots with the subtle bite of scallions, all brought together in a luscious mix of cream cheese and sour cream. Enhanced with a hint of garlic powder, a touch of lemon juice for brightness, and a garnish of fresh chives, this topping transforms ordinary baked potatoes into a satisfying, gourmet side dish or light meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and creamy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, adding a healthy yet indulgent twist to your menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Carrots
- 3 stalks Scallions
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and finely grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
Slice the scallions thinly, separating the white and green parts.
Heat the butter in a small skillet over medium heat until melted.
Add the grated carrots and the white parts of the scallions to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are softened.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is fully combined and creamy.
Add the lemon juice and green parts of the scallions. Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If desired, stir in a little more sour cream to thin the consistency.
Spoon the topping generously over freshly baked potatoes and garnish with chopped chives if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1559 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 671 mg | 14% | |
*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.
