Smashed Roots and Tubers with Chevre
Elevate your side dish game with this rustic yet elegant recipe for Smashed Roots and Tubers with Chèvre. A delightful medley of sweet potatoes, parsnips, carrots, and golden beets are roasted to perfection, bringing out their natural sweetness and caramelized edges. Smashed together with creamy chèvre (goat cheese) and a touch of heavy cream, this dish strikes the perfect balance between earthy and tangy flavors. Infused with aromatic thyme and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a visually stunning, nutrient-packed option ideal for any occasion, from cozy weeknights to festive holiday tables. This recipe comes together in under an hour and serves four—making it a wholesome, crowd-pleasing addition to your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Sweet potatoes
- 2 medium Parsnips
- 3 medium Carrots
- 2 medium Golden beets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 ounces Chèvre (goat cheese)
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Peel the sweet potatoes, parsnips, carrots, and golden beets. Cut them into evenly sized chunks, approximately 1 inch in size, to ensure even cooking.
Place the chopped vegetables on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to evenly coat the vegetables.
Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and transfer them to a large mixing bowl while they are still warm.
Add the chèvre and heavy cream to the bowl with the roasted vegetables. Use a potato masher or the back of a fork to smash everything together until roughly mashed but still slightly chunky. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Transfer the smashed mixture to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.5 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 3733 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.2 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.9 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2402 mg | 51% | |
*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.
