Celery Root Mash

Creamy and delicious Celery Root Mash! Mashed celery root, celeriac, is a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes! With a mild, slightly sweet, celery-like flavor, this root vegetable is a naturally healthy, keto, vegan, gluten-free, and paleo side dish when boiled and mashed with herbs and flavorings. This easy one-pot recipe is perfect for holidays and weeknight dinners!

Looking for a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes that's still hearty and comforting? Introduce yourself to celeriac, commonly called celery root! This gnarly-looking bulb is the actual root of the green stalks of celery you buy. You may not have known you could put this funny root to use, but celery root can be transformed into a delicious, creamy, low-carb mash just like potatoes!

What Is Celery Root?

Celery root is also known as celeriac. It's the large bumpy, brown-tannish, gnarly root of the celery plant. You know celery by the green stalks you purchase, while the root is edible as well and grows underground. When you peel the celery root, you expose a white creamy interior that's crisp and can be used in raw or cooked recipes. Technically, celery is a root vegetable!

Is Celeriac Healthy?

In a 3.5-ounce serving of raw celery root, there are only about 9g carbs, 2g fiber, 1.5g protein, and about 40 calories. It's chock-full of Vitamins C, B6, K and prosperous, manganese, and potassium. This healthy vegetable is a great addition to any diet!

What Does Celery Root Taste Like?

Celeriac has a slightly sweet and earthy taste with subtle hints of actual celery flavor. Similar to a turnip, it's crisp when raw and sweeter when it gets cooked, like a parsnip.

Why You'll Love This Low-Carb Recipe

This simple mashed celery root recipe is ideal for a low-carb and keto substitution for higher-carb potatoes! This recipe is...

• Gluten-Free
• Vegan & Vegetarian
• Allergy-free (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Egg-Free, Nut-Free, Peanut-Free, Wheat-Free, Sesame-Free, Fish-Free, Shellfish-Free, Coconut-Free, Corn-Free)
• Paleo & Grain-Free
• Keto & Low-Carb
• Sugar-Free
• Kid-Friendly
• One-Pot, Simple, Quick, & Easy
• Make-Ahead & Freezer-Friendly
• Healthy Side Dish & Potluck Dish For Holidays

Ingredients You Need

• Celery Root: You'll want a medium to large-sized celery root. About 3 pounds. You can use multiple small knobs or just get one large one.
• Shallots: Shallots provide a delicate sweet onion flavor with a hint of sharpness. They pair perfectly with the slight sweetness of celeriac.
• Garlic: Garlic adds a ton of umami flavor to this mash.
• Vegetable Broth: Instead of boiling the root in water, using vegetable stock adds so much flavor to this simple veggie mash!
• Seasonings: A simple combo of salt, black pepper, and dried thyme is all you need.
• Olive Oil: Choose a good quality extra virgin olive oil to add depth and richness to the mash.
• Vegan Butter: A small amount of vegan butter adds hints of creaminess without the need for actual cream!

Ingredient Variations

• Want an extra creamy mash? You can add ¼ to ½ cup of vegan sour cream, vegan cream cheese, vegan mayo, vegan yogurt, or full-fat coconut milk to this recipe.
• Add more fresh or dried herbs! You can add sage, rosemary, parsley, or another dried or fresh herb to change up the flavors in your mash.
• Change up the spices. Make this mash with a spicy kick by adding some chipotle and cayenne pepper powders. Even a dash of hot sauce for a sweet and spicy kick!
• Add more veggies! You can chop up some parsnips, cauliflower, turnips, or potatoes to add to your mash! You don't have to keep it all celery root if you don't want!
• Swap the shallots: You can use an equal amount of sweet Vidalia onion or try some scallions or chives!

How To Cut And Prepare Celery Root

1. First, you'll want to wash and dry off the root before chopping off the top gnarled root portion and any random knobs, dirty crevices, or fibrous bits from the bulb.
2. Then use a vegetable peeler to shave off the tough brownish outer skin until you reveal the inner light flesh of the root. (You can also do this with a paring knife if you're very careful)
3. Using a large sharp knife, put the flat side of the bulb down on a cutting board before slicing the bulb in half.
4. Now use your large knife to chop the celery root into 1-inch chunks.

How To Cook Celery Root Mash

3. In a large soup pot, add the chopped celery root, shallots, garlic, and seasonings. Pour in the vegetable broth so that the veggies are covered. Cover the pot and bring it to a boil on the stove before reducing the heat to a medium-low simmer and allowing the veggies to soften for about 15-20 minutes.
4. Once the celeriac is fork tender, carefully drain the liquid, reserving about ¼ cup of broth to pour back into the pot. Add the vegan butter and olive oil to the hot and boiled veggies.

5. While the celeriac is still hot, use an immersion blender or potato masher to mash the veggies smoothly. You can also use a food processor, however, your best bet is to use the immersion blender for an ideal creamy, smooth, slightly textured root veggie mash.
6. Taste test the mash and add any additional herbs and seasonings you desire before serving.

What To Serve Mashed Celery Root With

Anything you would typically serve with mashed potatoes will work well with mashed celery root! It makes for a great veggie-packed side dish for a weeknight dinner or an ideal recipe for potlucks and holiday gatherings! It's great with:

• Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf
• Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff
• Whole Roasted Chicken
• Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
• Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

How To Store Leftovers

• Make Ahead of Time: You can make this entire dish ahead of time, making it ideal for the holidays. Simply warm the mash in a casserole dish in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or add it to a slow cooker on high for 2-3 hours until warm, then set it to low.
• Storing Leftovers: You can store leftovers in the fridge for 5-7 days and reheat servings as needed. To reheat individual servings, warm the mash in the microwave or in a pot on the stove of medium-low heat.
• Freezing Leftovers: You can freeze leftover mashed celery root in a storage bag or airtight container for up to 6-8 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating and serving.

More Low-Carb Side Dishes:

• Tomato Basil Cauliflower Rice
• Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad
• Classic Broccoli Salad
• Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
• Air Fryer Green Beans
• Air Fryer Broccoli

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While we all LOVE potatoes, sometimes we need to give the other delicious root veggies time to shine! Mashed celeriac is just the thing to change up the side dishes on your table!

So tell me:

+ Have you ever cooked with celery root?

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