This Carrot and Cauliflower Herb Mash is the perfect Whole30 Side Dish for all of your holiday meals!

Since beginning Whole30 back in July, my entire life has changed. Yep, I realize how totally cliche that sounds and I am perfectly ok with it - because it is true.
My Whole30 Experience was incredible, and since then I have maintained the lifestyle about 90% - splurging on my last two press trips but staying compliant at home. However with the holidays coming up, I know it is going to be easier and easier to let myself slide if I do not have a plan.
So I began this week testing out some "Whole30 Holiday" type food so that when the big day comes, I know I will be serving my family something super tasty - and super healthy.
This week I tried out a Carrot and Cauliflower Mash that was absolutely amazing. The recipe was not only delicious - it was quick and easy to make.
The recipe said it served four, but all four of us were wishing for more. It had a sweet and savory taste at the same time - pairing perfectly with chicken, but will also be amazing alongside ham or turkey.
Healthy Thanksgiving Side Dish – Carrot and Cauliflower Herb Mash

This Carrot and Cauliflower Herb Mash is the perfect Whole30 Side Dish for all of your holiday meals!
Ingredients
- one head of cauliflower, steamed or boiled until soft
- 2 cups of carrots , steamed or boiled until soft
- 1 medium sized yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon of minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon rosemary
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- ¼ cup olive oil, divided
Instructions
- In a large skillet, put half of olive oil, diced onion and seasonings and sauté slowly until onion is translucent.
- Pour onion mixture in to large food processor.
- Add in carrots and cauliflower, and process until smooth – slowly drizzling in remaining olive oil.
- Serve with your favorite Whole30 meat. Voila!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 129Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 45mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 4gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g
Healthy Thanksgiving Side Dish – Carrot and Cauliflower Herb Mash

This Carrot and Cauliflower Herb Mash is the perfect Whole30 Side Dish for all of your holiday meals!
Ingredients
- one head of cauliflower, steamed or boiled until soft
- 2 cups of carrots , steamed or boiled until soft
- 1 medium sized yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon of minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon rosemary
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- ¼ cup olive oil, divided
Instructions
- In a large skillet, put half of olive oil, diced onion and seasonings and sauté slowly until onion is translucent.
- Pour onion mixture in to large food processor.
- Add in carrots and cauliflower, and process until smooth – slowly drizzling in remaining olive oil.
- Serve with your favorite Whole30 meat. Voila!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 129Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 45mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 4gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g
I can not wait to serve this Whole30 side dish next to my big Thanksgiving Turkey. I will be doubling - if not tripling the recipe - we loved it that much. Plus I love that it was simple and only took a few minutes to make. The girls have already asked when we can have it again. Talk about a huge win!
Kecia says
Yum! This would be great for Thanksgiving, a perfect complement to turkey! We cook healthier by using less fatty oils and more healthy ingredients.
Stephanie says
This sounds so yummy!!!
Mellisa says
I have got to try this. I also wanna try Cauliflower mashed potatoes.
Nolie says
Surprisingly looks yummy.
Liz Mays says
That's definitely a side dish I would love! I'm totally trying it!
Raijean says
I'm on a cleanse today but this looks so good. Geez!
Andrea Kruse says
Gone are the straight up milk and butter potatoes of my childhood! I love mixing my root vegetables and exploring all the fabulous flavors they offer. Thanks for sharing your recipe. Our farm carrots are ready, so this is very timely!
Emily says
That looks great! I love the Whole30. Such a great refresh for your body!
Valerie Remy-Milora says
My mom makes a cauliflower and carrot mouse that I LOVE! very similar to this but with Indian spices and greek yogurt to make it light and fluffy. I'm going to give this recipe a try.
Elizabeth Ferree says
Healthy? Not typically, but I cook, unless it is Thanksgiving and then we go out to eat. Kind of a tradition at this point because my oldest is allergic to turkey. This Cauliflower mash sounds good. Going to have to remember to try it.
Kat B. says
I like making cauliflower mashed potatoes so I bet this is awesome.
Tersa says
I just made this dish for tomorrow's lunch...delicious! I had had dried thyme and tarragon on hand and that worked beautifully...I think the addition of tarragon was beneficial to this delicious recipe! Thanks!