Low Carb Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in comfort food with a healthy twist through this delectable recipe for Low Carb Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the mild earthiness of cauliflower, this dish is a lighter, nutrient-packed alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Enriched with unsalted butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese, it achieves a velvety texture that’s irresistible. Seasoned with garlic powder, fresh thyme, and a touch of black pepper, each bite is bursting with flavor. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this low-carb side is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it hot and enjoy the perfect balance of creamy indulgence and wholesome goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 head cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into large chunks.
Cut the cauliflower into florets, discarding the thick core.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the sweet potatoes and cauliflower to the boiling water and cook for 15-20 minutes or until both are tender when pierced with a fork.
Drain the cooked vegetables and return them to the pot.
Add the butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese to the pot with the vegetables.
Use an immersion blender or potato masher to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Stir in garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the mashed sweet potatoes hot, garnished with additional fresh thyme if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.1 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.9 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3597 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.5 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 266 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1956 mg | 42% | |
*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.
