Low Fat Creamy Mashed Carrots
Transform your side dish game with this delightful recipe for **Low Fat Creamy Mashed Carrots**, a guilt-free twist on comfort food that bursts with natural sweetness and creamy goodness. Perfectly steamed carrots are mashed to silky perfection with a blend of low-fat milk, vegetable broth, and a hint of garlic, creating a rich, velvety texture without the extra calories. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add the final touch of flavor and freshness, making this dish an irresistible addition to any meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant, healthy side dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian entrées—a simple yet elegant choice for wholesome and satisfying eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots
- 0.5 cups low-fat milk
- 0.25 cups unsalted vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel and chop the carrots into equal-sized chunks, about 1-inch pieces, for even cooking.
In a large pot over medium heat, combine the chopped carrots with vegetable broth and top with enough water to cover them. Add a pinch of salt.
Bring the pot to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
While the carrots are cooking, peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Once the carrots are tender, drain them well and return them to the pot.
Using a potato masher, begin to mash the carrots slightly.
Add the low-fat milk, olive oil, and minced garlic to the carrots. Continue mashing and mixing until you achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and mix well.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the mashed carrots before serving.
Serve hot as a perfect low-fat side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1288 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 6% | |
*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.
