Celery Root Purée

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Celery Root Purée
35 min.
3
567kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of Celery Root Purée, a creamy and comforting dish that is perfect for any meal of the day. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe showcases the unique taste of celery root, also known as celeriac, which adds a subtle earthiness to the purée. Paired with Yukon Gold potatoes, this dish achieves a velvety texture that is both satisfying and indulgent.

In just 35 minutes, you can create a stunning main course that will impress your family and friends. The combination of unsalted butter and whole milk elevates the purée, making it rich and luscious, while the freshly ground white pepper adds a hint of warmth and spice. Whether served alongside roasted vegetables or as a base for your favorite protein, this Celery Root Purée is versatile enough to complement any dish.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, this recipe not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any occasion where you want to showcase your culinary skills, this purée is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Embrace the unique flavors of celery root and treat yourself to a dish that is as delicious as it is wholesome!

Ingredients

  • pounds celery root ( 3 small)
  • teaspoons kosher salt as needed plus more
  • tablespoons butter unsalted at room temperature ()
  • 1.5 cups water 
  • servings pepper white freshly ground
  • cups milk whole (water may be substituted)
  • 12 ounces yukon gold potatoes ( 4 medium)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • knife
  • pot
  • colander

Directions

  1. Place milk, water, and salt in a large saucepan.Peel celery root and potatoes, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes, and immediately drop into the pot of milk and water. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Uncover, reduce heat to medium low, and cook at a lively simmer until potatoes can be easily pierced with a sharp knife and celery root starts to break up, about 17 to 20 minutes.
  2. Drain mixture through a colander.
  3. Transfer to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade attachment.
  4. Add butter and process to a smooth purée, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed, about 3 minutes from start to finish. Taste and season with salt and white pepper as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories567kcal
Protein10.41%
Fat48.41%
Carbs41.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.25
Glycemic Load
26.66
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
31.448695638905%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
7.29mg
Kaempferol
0.91mg
Quercetin
1.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:567.4kcal
28.37%
Fat:31.57g
48.57%
Saturated Fat:19.2g
120.01%
Carbohydrates:60.41g
20.14%
Net Carbohydrates:51.95g
18.89%
Sugar:17.48g
19.42%
Cholesterol:89.48mg
29.83%
Sodium:1961.33mg
85.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.28g
30.55%
Vitamin K:128.83µg
122.69%
Phosphorus:669.07mg
66.91%
Vitamin C:46.95mg
56.91%
Potassium:1759.09mg
50.26%
Vitamin B6:0.99mg
49.26%
Calcium:460.29mg
46.03%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.61%
Fiber:8.46g
33.85%
Vitamin B2:0.57mg
33.32%
Magnesium:119.42mg
29.86%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.36%
Vitamin B5:2.34mg
23.41%
Vitamin B12:1.37µg
22.75%
Vitamin A:1097.27IU
21.95%
Vitamin D:3.1µg
20.69%
Copper:0.38mg
18.97%
Iron:3.31mg
18.37%
Vitamin B3:3.58mg
17.92%
Zinc:2.39mg
15.94%
Vitamin E:1.87mg
12.48%
Folate:43.38µg
10.84%
Selenium:7.44µg
10.63%
Source:Chow