Swedish Rotmos

Swedish Rotmos is a traditional, hearty root vegetable mash that serves as a staple side dish in Sweden, particularly during the winter months. It is made by boiling and mashing a combination of root vegetables, typically potatoes, rutabaga (swede), carrots, and sometimes parsnips, often seasoned with butter and salt.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

The dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates and fiber, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the butter used, and provides essential vitamins like Vitamin A and C along with potassium. A typical serving generally falls in the range of 150-250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	4.5 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	350 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	450 µg
Vitamin B6	0.25 mg
Folate	35 µg
Magnesium	30 mg
Iron	0.8 mg
Calcium	40 mg

Per 1 cup (215 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Rotmos is a beloved comfort food that is frequently paired with fatty meats like Swedish meatballs or fried herring to balance the meal, and it reflects the Scandinavian tradition of preserving and utilizing hardy root vegetables through long winters.