Easy Carrot Mash Recipe
The flavors of this terrific side dish are light and refreshing. The perfect accompaniment to grilled meats.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 224kcal
Ingredients
- 3 sprigs thyme
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup whipped cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 ½ pounds carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Gather all the tools and ingredients for this recipe.
- Peel and chop the carrots into evenly sized pieces for even cooking.
- Mince ginger and garlic.
Cooking Instructions
- Boil carrots: In a pan with a lid, add carrots, water, thyme, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for up to 20 minutes, or until carrots are fork-tender.
- Prepare garlic and ginger butter: While the carrots cook, melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Mash carrots: Drain carrots, removing thyme sprigs. Mash carrots using a hand masher.
- Add flavors: Mix in prepared garlic and ginger butter, the whipped cream cheese, kosher salt, and lemon juice. Combine well.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and season with salt and lemon juice to your preference.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
If you want to add some additional flavors into these carrots, try some cinnamon or freshly ground nutmeg. If you're not into baking spices, add some heat in with cayenne or red pepper flakes.
These will last in the refrigerator for at least a week. To reheat, use a non-stick pan and break-up the carrot mash over low heat. Turn frequently to avoid burning.
Try not to overcook the carrots. The mash will be really watery. Nobody wants a watery mash.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 504mg | Potassium: 604mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 29008IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1mg
