Menu
Carrot Soup Carrot Soup
Carrot Casserole Carrot Casserole
Carrot Chowder Carrot Chowder
Carrot Cake Carrot Cake
Creamy Carrot Casserole Creamy Carrot Casserole
Mashed Potatoes with Carrot Mashed Potatoes with Carrot
Vegan Carrot Soup Vegan Carrot Soup
Carrot Layer Cake Carrot Layer Cake
Vegetable Carrot Soup Vegetable Carrot Soup
Carrot Zucchini Soup Carrot Zucchini Soup
Carrot Cheesecake Carrot Cheesecake
Creamy Carrot Soup Creamy Carrot Soup
Smooth Carrot Soup Smooth Carrot Soup
Carrots Supreme Carrots Supreme
Creamed Carrots Creamed Carrots
Carrot Dip Carrot Dip
Golden Carrot Soup Golden Carrot Soup
Carrot Potato Casserole Carrot Potato Casserole
Spiced Carrot Cake Spiced Carrot Cake
Harvest Carrots Harvest Carrots

Carrot Puree

1 review
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Cook: 40 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Jul. 25, 2023
Carrot puree pairs beautifully with anything from roasted meat to grilled fish. Cook the carrots fully to ensure a velvety smooth puree. —Gina Myers, Spokane, Washington
Carrot Puree
Carrot Puree Recipe photo by Taste of Home
Next Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 shallots, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots and shallots; cook and stir until carrots are crisp-tender, 12-15 minutes. Stir in garlic and thyme; cook 1 minute longer. Add water to cover carrots; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until carrots are very tender.
  2. Drain; cool slightly. Place carrot mixture, salt and pepper in a food processor; process until smooth. If desired, garnish with additional olive oil and thyme leaves.

Carrot Puree Tips

What can you use instead of shallots in carrot puree?

Use sweet onion to replace the shallots in carrot puree. When you do get your hands on some shallots, use them in these fabulous shallot recipes.

Can you mash the carrot mixture instead of using a food processor?

You can! Use a potato masher or a fork. Better yet, try an immersion blender.

Can you freeze carrot puree?

Yes—freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. It keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days. Can’t get enough carrots? These simple carrot recipes have you covered.

—Elizabeth Harris, Taste of Home contributing writer

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 172 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 7g fiber), 3g protein.