Paleo Parsnip Mash (Paleo, GAPS, Gluten Free, Sides)

Happy Monday everyone. I realize the title of this one isn’t that exciting. I couldn’t think of anything clever! If you have any suggestions please let me know. I am willing to change it!

Did you notice anything different about the photos of this recipe? I sure hope so! These were taken with my brand new fancy camera. Yep I think I can officially call myself a blogger now… maybe… I don’t really like that term very much I must admit.

Now I am still getting used to this new beast but already I am so happy with the photos I have taken. So much more detailed and crisp looking! Now unfortunately I still have a bunch of recipes left that I had already photographed with my old camera so you will have to put up with those for a while longer… sorry.

Now I know that most of you will already be familiar with paleo ‘faux’ potatoes using mashed cauliflower. Well this is an extension of that delicious recipe, but made even better (in my humble and unbiased opinion) by the addition of parsnips! These make a great side dish for almost any dinner, or are delicious eaten alone.

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Paleo Parsnip Mash

Aren't a fan of cauliflower? Try parsnips as the perfect potato replacement.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword mashed parsnips, paleo parsnips, parsnip mash

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Servings 8 servings

Calories 76 kcal

Ingredients

• 1 head organic cauliflower, chopped into large pieces
• 2 large organic parsnips (or 3 small ones), diced
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• sea salt
• paprika, cinnamon or ground pepper Optional

Instructions

1. Steam chopped cauliflower and parsnips until soft (about 30 minutes) - alternatively you could place a small amount of water in a large pot (think 1-2 cm) and boil for the same time until soft 

2. Remove from heat and place the vegetables in a large glass or ceramic bowl

3. Add coconut oil and sea salt and optional spices if using them 

4. Using your submersion blender puree the vegetables until you have a smooth consistency

5. Serve and enjoy! 

Recipe Notes

This is the perfect holiday side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Paleo Parsnip Mash

Amount Per Serving

Calories 76 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Sodium 25mg1%

Potassium 360mg10%

Carbohydrates 11g4%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin C 41mg50%

Calcium 30mg3%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.