Irish Carrot Parsnip Mash

Delight in the comforting flavors of Irish Carrot Parsnip Mash, a creamy and vibrant side dish that brings a rustic twist to your table. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots and parsnips, simmered until tender and blended with rich butter and velvety whole milk for a luxuriously smooth texture. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this mash is a perfect balance of earthy and savory flavors. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can shine as part of a vegetarian feast. Whether for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy dinner, this crowd-pleasing Irish classic is a wholesome, delicious way to celebrate the humble root vegetable.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots
• 4 medium parsnips
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and parsnips, and cut them into evenly sized chunks to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Place the carrot and parsnip pieces into a large pot and cover them with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring the pot to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the cooked carrots and parsnips well and return them to the pot or place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add the butter, milk, salt, and black pepper to the vegetables. Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the mixture until smooth and well combined. Adjust the consistency with a little more milk if needed.

Step 6

Taste the mash and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if desired.

Step 7

Transfer the mash to a serving dish, sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	817.9 grams (817.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	861

Total Fat 51.20g	66%
Saturated Fat 25.40g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 109mg	36%
Sodium 3151mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 101.70g	37%
Dietary Fiber 23.20g	83%
Total Sugars 36.00g
Protein 10.70g	21%

Vitamin D 27IU	134%
Calcium 340mg	26%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 2558mg	54%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 44.7%