Irish Carrot Parsnip Mash
Delight in the comforting flavors of Irish Carrot Parsnip Mash, a creamy and vibrant side dish that brings a rustic twist to your table. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots and parsnips, simmered until tender and blended with rich butter and velvety whole milk for a luxuriously smooth texture. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this mash is a perfect balance of earthy and savory flavors. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can shine as part of a vegetarian feast. Whether for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy dinner, this crowd-pleasing Irish classic is a wholesome, delicious way to celebrate the humble root vegetable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 4 medium parsnips
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the carrots and parsnips, and cut them into evenly sized chunks to ensure even cooking.
Place the carrot and parsnip pieces into a large pot and cover them with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring the pot to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.
Drain the cooked carrots and parsnips well and return them to the pot or place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the butter, milk, salt, and black pepper to the vegetables. Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the mixture until smooth and well combined. Adjust the consistency with a little more milk if needed.
Taste the mash and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if desired.
Transfer the mash to a serving dish, sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 745 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 796 mg | 17% | |
*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.
