Parmesan Smashed Carrots That Beat Potatoes Every Time!
A delicious and healthier alternative to mashed potatoes, these Parmesan smashed carrots are packed with flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil the carrots in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the carrots and return them to the pot.
- Add olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to the carrots.
- Smash the carrots with a potato masher until desired consistency is reached.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Transfer the smashed carrots to a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of cream or milk.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Parmesan cheese to taste.
- These can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg