Whole30 Mashed Potatoes and Carrots
Elevate your side dish lineup with Whole30 Mashed Potatoes and Carrots—a nourishing, flavor-packed recipe that pairs creamy russet potatoes with the natural sweetness of carrots for a vibrant twist on classic mashed potatoes. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, velvety coconut milk, and rich ghee, this dairy-free and Whole30-compliant dish is both decadent and wholesome. Fresh parsley lends a burst of herbal brightness, while sea salt and black pepper round out the flavors perfectly. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for meal prep, holiday feasts, or weeknight dinners. Serve it alongside your favorite protein for a comforting, nutrient-rich side that everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 3 large carrots
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and carrots. Chop them into roughly 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped potatoes and carrots.
Cook the potatoes and carrots for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Once cooked, drain the potatoes and carrots, and return them to the pot.
Add the minced garlic, ghee, and coconut milk to the pot with the potatoes and carrots.
Mash everything together using a potato masher until you achieve your desired consistency. For a smoother texture, you can use a hand mixer.
Stir in the sea salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste if needed.
Finely chop the fresh parsley, and mix it into the mashed potatoes and carrots for added freshness and flavor.
Serve the mashed potatoes and carrots hot as a delicious Whole30 compliant side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 2692 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.5 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 7591 mg | 162% | |
*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.
