Rosemary Mashed Root Vegetables
Rosemary mashed root vegetables are a fragrant side of carrots, sweet potatoes and potatoes, crushed with extra virgin olive oil and dried rosemary. The Thermomix TM7 grinds the rosemary to release its aroma, weighs every root vegetable directly in the bowl and stirs everything into a silky mash. A warm, colourful accompaniment for roasts, grilled fish or a vegetarian spread.
About this recipe
Rosemary mashed root vegetables in the Thermomix TM7 turn three humble roots — carrots, sweet potatoes and everyday potatoes — into something far more interesting than standard mash. If you are searching for root vegetable recipes or a quick weeknight dinner side, this all-in-one kitchen machine handles the whole journey: the TM7 grinds the dried rosemary into fragrant powder in seconds, weighs the carrots, sweet potatoes and potatoes directly in the bowl so nothing is over- or under-portioned, and then stirs the cooked roots with extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper into a silky, cloud-light puree. The natural sweetness of the carrots and sweet potatoes plays beautifully against the pine-like rosemary, while the olive oil adds a fruity, Mediterranean finish. Serve it alongside roast chicken, grilled sausages or a vegetarian nut roast, or pile it into bowls with greens for a simple meat-free supper. Because everything happens in one bowl, you spend less time scrubbing pans and more time at the table.
Preparation tips
- Cut the carrots, sweet potatoes and potatoes into equal-sized chunks so they cook at the same rate and the mash turns out evenly silky rather than partly coarse.
- Use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil and add it gradually while stirring; its fruity notes carry the rosemary and lift the natural sweetness of the root vegetables.
- Leftover mash keeps well covered in the fridge for two days — reheat gently with a splash of water and an extra pinch of ground rosemary to revive the aroma.
Recipe variations
- For a dairy-conscious festive version, stir in a knob of plant-based butter instead of extra olive oil and top the rosemary mash with toasted pine nuts for crunch.
- In autumn, replace half the carrots with parsnips or celeriac; their earthy sweetness pairs wonderfully with rosemary and gives the mash a deeper, seasonal flavour.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Fresh from the jar, the TM7 grinds dried rosemary into aromatic powder in seconds, releasing far more flavour than shop-bought ground herbs. [Multi-Function]
- By weighing the carrots, sweet potatoes and potatoes directly in the bowl, the Thermomix guarantees balanced proportions without a separate kitchen scale. [Built-in Scale]
- The Thermomix heats the water and cooks the root vegetables hands-free, so you can prepare the rest of dinner while the carrots and potatoes soften. [Hands-Free]
- With gentle steaming above the cooking liquid, the TM7 preserves the natural sweetness and colour of the sweet potatoes better than boiling in a pan. [Multi-Function]
- The Thermomix whips the olive oil through the cooked roots until the mash is airy and velvety, ready to serve straight from the bowl. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- water
- carrots
- sweet potatoes
- potatoes
- salt
- ground black pepper
- dried rosemary
- extra virgin olive oil