Mashed Turnips
Turnips are low in carbs and high in fiber, magnesium, and vitamins. They make a great side dish option!
Turnips are low in carbs and high in fiber, magnesium, and vitamins. They make a great side dish option!
Yield
6
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds turnips
- ΒΌ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash and peel the turnips. Remove the ends and cut the turnips into quarters.
- Add the turnips to a pot and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil, cooking the turnips for about 35 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain the liquid from the pot and turn off the heat. Add the cream, cream cheese, and sour cream.
- Use a potato masher to mash the turnips. For a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender to mash the turnips.
- Season with chives and salt.
- Serve hot.
Notes
The larger turnips are, the more bitter they are. Choose smaller turnips for a sweeter flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 83Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 389mgCarbohydrates: 6gNet Carbohydrates: 4gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gProtein: 1g
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