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Mashed Rutabaga

Published February 11, 2020 by Lauren Vavala

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Mashed Rutabaga is a simple recipe that makes a great alternative to mashed potatoes. With only 4 net carbs per serving, it’s low in carbs and ideal for those following a keto diet. 

A white bowl of mashed rutabaga on a white background with a white napkin, wood spoon, and 2 white cups

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Rutabaga is an often overlooked low carb vegetable, especially when it comes to low carb and keto diets.

With so many people looking for an alternative to potatoes that isn’t cauliflower, it’s surprising that rutabaga isn’t flying off grocery store shelves. Yet.

Rutabaga can be prepared in most of the same ways that potatoes can. Two easy ways to prepare it are to make Roasted Rutabaga and Mashed Rutabaga.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe is super easy.

You basically prepare the rutabaga the same way you would prepare mashed potatoes. It even has a similar mouth feel to mashed potatoes.

It’s a naturally gluten free recipe that has only 4 net carbs per approximately a half cup serving.

You can easily adjust the seasonings to suit your own taste.

How to Make Mashed Rutabaga

Prep!

3 slices of rutabaga with cubed rutabaga next to them on a circular wood cutting board with a knife and white towel in the background

Peel and cut your rutabaga into 1/2-inch rounds, then into 1/2-inch cubes.

Fill a sauce pan about 1/2 way with cold, salted water.

Create!

Cubes of rutabaga in a black saucepan over water over a white background

Place the saucepan on the stovetop over high heat and bring to a boil until the rutabaga is fork tender, about 10 minutes.

Drain the water and add the butter, heavy whipping cream, salt, and pepper to the pot with the rutabaga.

Mash the rutabaga to your desired consistency with a potato masher.

Tip: you can also use a food processor to get your rutabaga even smoother.

Present!

A white bowl filled with mashed rutabaga on a wood board with a blue and white striped towel

Taste and season as preferred.

Tip: you can easily adjust the butter, cream, salt, and pepper as needed to suit your own tastes.

Tips and Techniques for the Best Mashed Rutabaga

  • You can adjust the amounts of butter, cream, salt and pepper to suit your own tastes. Be aware that making any adjustments to the recipe will alter the nutritional information provided.
  • For creamier mashed rutabaga, you can use a food processor.
  • Store leftover mashed rutabaga tightly covered in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.

FAQ’s

  • Is rutabaga low carb? Rutabaga is much lower in carbohydrates than most root vegetables. This makes it a great option for those following low carb or keto diets.
  • What does rutabaga taste like? Rutabagas have a taste similar to that of carrots and cabbage. When cooked, rutabaga takes on a taste and texture similar to strongly flavored potatoes.

More Side Dish Recipes to Try

Cheddar Broccoli Cauliflower Rice in skillet with a wood spoon

Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Rice is a low carb side dish that even kids love!

You might also enjoy this recipe for Fried Cabbage and Bacon or this recipe for Butternut Squash Gratin.

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A white bowl of mashed rutabaga on a white background with a white napkin, wood spoon, and 2 white cups
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Mashed Rutabaga

Mashed Rutabaga is a simple recipe that makes a great low carb alternative to mashed potatoes.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 89kcal
Author Lauren Vavala

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rutabaga * cubed, from one large rutabaga
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt * or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper * or to taste

Instructions

  • Cut your rutabaga into cubes and add to a pot of cold, salted water.
  • Place the pot on the stovetop over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Boil, until the rutabaga is fork tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the water and add the butter, heavy whipping cream, salt, and pepper to the pot with the rutabaga.
  • Use a potato masher to mash the rutabaga to your desired consistency.
  • Taste and season as preferred.

Notes

Tips and Techniques for the Best Mashed Rutabaga

  • You can adjust the amounts of butter, cream, salt and pepper to suit your own tastes. Be aware that making any adjustments to the recipe will alter the nutritional information provided.
  • For creamier mashed rutabaga, you can use a food processor.
  • Store leftover mashed rutabaga tightly covered in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 301mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 230IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

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Comments

  1. dana says

    July 19, 2020 at 2:33 pm

    Love Rutabaga

    Reply
  2. Kari Anderson says

    March 25, 2020 at 2:28 pm

    This is such a great recipe. Rutabagas are so under-appreciated – I love that this recipe just puts them front and center. Plus, butter makes everything delicious 😉

    Reply
  3. Mahy says

    March 21, 2020 at 8:19 pm

    Oh wow, this rutabaga would work perfectly with a few of the meat recipes I am going to make really soon. Great timing – thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Danielle says

    March 21, 2020 at 8:11 pm

    It’s been so long since I tried rutabaga for the first time, but I am still under a huge impression. Can’t wait to make it myself now!

    Reply
  5. Denay DeGuzman says

    March 21, 2020 at 7:35 pm

    I found this delicious recipe on Pinterest! Mashed rutabaga is a perfect side dish for chicken, beef and pork. I’ll be sharing this low-carb recipe with my friends.

    Reply

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