Mashed Potatoes and Carrots
Creamy, colorful, and comforting, Mashed Potatoes and Carrots is the ultimate side dish to brighten up your meal. This recipe combines the earthy richness of buttery mashed potatoes with the subtle sweetness of carrots for a perfect balance of flavors. Enhanced with a touch of garlic powder, milk, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these mashed potatoes and carrots are whipped to a smooth, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this dish is quick and easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners or special holiday meals. Serve it alongside roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or enjoy it on its own—a warm, nutritious, and vibrant addition to your table that’s sure to win everyone over. Keywords: mashed potatoes, mashed carrots, creamy side dish, easy vegetable recipe, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 3 medium carrots
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and carrots, then chop them into roughly 1-inch pieces.
Place the potatoes and carrots into a large pot and cover them with cold water.
Add a pinch of salt to the pot, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
Cook until both the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and carrots, then return them to the pot.
Add the butter to the pot and allow it to melt over the hot vegetables.
Pour in the milk, then add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes and carrots until smooth and creamy.
Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve hot as a delightful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 546 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1097 mg | 23% | |
*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.
