Whole30 Creamy Mashed Vegetables
Indulge in the velvety goodness of Whole30 Creamy Mashed Vegetables, a nutrient-packed side dish that delivers unparalleled flavor and wellness in every bite. This vibrant medley of cauliflower, carrots, and parsnips is boiled to tender perfection, then blended with rich ghee, aromatic sautéed garlic, and creamy unsweetened almond milk for a luscious, dairy-free texture. Seasoned with a touch of sea salt and black pepper and finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, this recipe is not only Whole30-compliant but a low-carb, paleo-friendly alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect complement to any healthy meal, whether you’re craving a comforting side or aiming to elevate your plate with nourishing, clean flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower florets
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 medium parsnips
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
Instructions
Begin by washing and chopping the cauliflower into florets. Peel and slice the carrots and parsnips into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add the cauliflower, carrots, and parsnips to the boiling water, and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
Once the vegetables are cooked, drain them in a colander and set them aside.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, add the ghee. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
In a large mixing bowl or a food processor, combine the boiled vegetables, melted ghee with garlic, unsweetened almond milk, salt, and black pepper.
Use an immersion blender or a food processor to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more almond milk if necessary.
Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. If you prefer more flavor, add more salt, pepper, or even a touch more ghee.
Finely chop the fresh chives and sprinkle them over the top of the mashed vegetables before serving. This adds a fresh and subtle onion flavor.
Serve the mashed vegetables warm as a side dish to complement any Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1815 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.0 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 488 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 3094 mg | 66% | |
*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.
