Sweet Potato Carrot Puree
Elevate your side dish game with this creamy Sweet Potato Carrot Purée—a velvety blend of sweet potatoes and carrots, balanced with the warm spice of ground cinnamon and the richness of butter and cream. This recipe combines simple, wholesome ingredients to create a naturally sweet, nutrient-rich dish that's perfect for holiday spreads, weeknight dinners, or even baby food. The sweet potatoes and carrots are boiled until fork-tender, then blended to perfection for a smooth, luxurious texture. Seasoned lightly with salt, black pepper, and cinnamon, this purée pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, pork, or even plant-based mains. Ready in just 40 minutes and serving four, it’s a flavorful and nutritious way to brighten your plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 3 large carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups milk (or cream)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and carrots, then chop them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt.
Place the chopped sweet potatoes and carrots into the boiling water and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until both are fork-tender.
Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and carrots in a colander and let them sit for a minute to release excess steam.
Transfer the vegetables back into the pot or a large mixing bowl.
Add the unsalted butter, milk (or cream), ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the vegetables.
Using a handheld immersion blender or regular blender, puree the mixture until smooth and creamy. If necessary, add a splash of extra milk (or cream) to reach your desired consistency.
Taste the puree and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve warm as a side dish and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 911 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 802 mg | 17% | |
*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.
