Ready for more keto side dishes? Try my keto mac and cheese, keto green bean casserole, and keto potato salad next. Craving the cozy comfort of a heaping bowl of mashed potatoes? My low-carb mashed potatoes are the answer! And before we get into it, yes, I realize this is a bit of an oxymoron as there are no potatoes in the recipe. There ARE, however, heaps of butter, heavy cream, and tender rutabaga that look, taste, and feel like regular mashed potatoes…just with none of the carbs.
Why I love this recipe
Zero cauliflower needed. I love a low-carb cauliflower mashed potatoes as much as anyone, but sometimes, I need a side that doesn’t involve cauliflower rice. Straight-up comfort food. The texture of rutabagas compared to potatoes is uncanny, and the balance of butter and cream leaves no room for wanting. Easy to make. Just boil the rutabagas, mash them up, and fold in the rest of the ingredients. It’s that easy. A versatile side. Pair it with my keto fried chicken, layer it on my keto shepherd’s pie, or bring it to Thanksgiving for a low-carb side. There are no wrong answers.
Ingredients needed
Rutabaga. Also known as swedes, rutabagas are tender and soft when boiled and mashed. Butter. Use either salted or unsalted butter. If you use salted, go easy on the salt and pepper. Heavy cream. Essential for creaminess. I much prefer heavy cream over milk or half-and-half. It’ll need to be at room temperature before adding to the mash so it doesn’t curdle. Salt and black pepper. To taste.
How to make keto mashed potatoes
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. Step 1- Cook the rutabagas. Chop the rutabaga and add it to a pot of water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender. Step 2- Mash. Drain the rutabaga and mash until smooth. Add melted butter and cream. Stir until creamy, adding salt and pepper to taste. Step 3- Serve. Serve warm and enjoy!
Arman’s recipe tips
Go easy on the cream. Add it slowly so the mash doesn’t become too thin. Prefer thicker, creamier mashed potatoes? Swap half of the cream for cream cheese or sour cream. How about ultra-smooth mashed potatoes? Blend with a high-speed blender, food processor, or puree with an immersion blender. Add flavor. Whisk in freshly minced garlic, Italian seasonings, or smoked paprika for more flavor. Serve with keto gravy for a heartier side. Garnish the mash with fresh herbs (like chives or green onions) for a pop of color.
Storage instructions
To store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To freeze: Let the mash cool completely, transfer it to a shallow container, and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. To reheat: Microwave single-servings in 30-second intervals or heat in a small saucepan until warm.
Frequently asked questions
What to serve with this
Keto beef stew Keto pork chops Ranch steak Keto crack chicken Or any of my keto dinner ideas
