Mashed Potatoes and Carrots

Creamy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome goodness, Mashed Potatoes and Carrots is the ultimate comfort food side dish with a healthy twist. Combining the velvety richness of buttery mashed potatoes with the natural sweetness of carrots, this vibrant dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Seasoned with a hint of garlic powder, a dash of ground black pepper, and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s both simple and elegant. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe makes for an easy yet impressive addition to any meal, whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or cooking a cozy weeknight meal. Plus, with only a handful of pantry staples, it’s as budget-friendly as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes
• 3 medium carrots
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and carrots, then chop them into roughly 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Place the potatoes and carrots into a large pot and cover them with cold water.

Step 3

Add a pinch of salt to the pot, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer.

Step 4

Cook until both the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.

Step 5

Drain the potatoes and carrots, then return them to the pot.

Step 6

Add the butter to the pot and allow it to melt over the hot vegetables.

Step 7

Pour in the milk, then add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 8

Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes and carrots until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 10

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Serve hot as a delightful side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1603.5 grams (1603.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1684

Total Fat 52.80g	68%
Saturated Fat 30.10g	151%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 135mg	45%
Sodium 2684mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 281.70g	102%
Dietary Fiber 33.00g	118%
Total Sugars 29.80g
Protein 37.30g	75%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 461mg	35%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 7456mg	159%

*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: 27.1%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 64.3%