Discover the Magic of Roasted Garlic Mashed Turnips in 30 Minutes
A creamy and flavorful low-carb alternative to traditional mashed potatoes made with roasted garlic and turnips.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting, Boiling, Mashing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs turnips, peeled and cubed
- 1 head garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the top off the garlic head, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil turnips in salted water until tender (about 20 minutes). Drain well.
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the turnips. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Mash until smooth or blend for a creamier texture.
- Adjust seasoning and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use an immersion blender.
- Roasting garlic mellows its flavor and adds depth.
- Leftovers keep refrigerated for 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg