Keto Boiled Potatoes with Sour Cream
Delightfully creamy and perfectly seasoned, this Keto Boiled "Potatoes" with Sour Cream recipe offers a low-carb twist on a classic comfort food. Using tender turnips as a clever potato substitute, this dish is enhanced with melted butter, a sprinkle of black pepper, and a dollop of rich sour cream. Fresh chives add a burst of flavor and vibrant color, making it an irresistible side dish or light meal. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking time, this keto-friendly recipe is quick, easy, and ideal for anyone craving the buttery goodness of boiled potatoes without the carbs. Whether you're serving it alongside a hearty main course or savoring it on its own, this turnip-based dish is sure to satisfy your cravings in a healthy and delicious way. Perfect for keto enthusiasts and anyone exploring creative potato alternatives!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams turnips
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 100 grams sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chives
Instructions
Peel the turnips and cut them into chunks of approximately equal size to ensure even cooking.
Place the turnip chunks into a large pot and fill it with enough water to cover them.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the turnips simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Drain the turnips using a colander and transfer them back to the pot.
Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the hot turnips and gently stir until the butter is melted and the turnips are well coated.
Season the turnips with 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, stirring to distribute evenly.
Serve the boiled turnips in a bowl or on a platter.
Top with 100 grams of sour cream, then garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped chives before serving. Enjoy your keto-friendly dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 2909 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 992 mg | 21% | |
*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.
