Description
Learn how to make a delicious and creamy mashed cauliflower that is a healthier alternative to mashed potatoes. This easy recipe is perfect for a side dish or a light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 large head Cauliflower (6 cups florets, cut off most of the stems)
Other:
- 1 tsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter (cut into chunks)
- 2 tbsp Cream cheese (cut into chunks)
- 3/4 tsp Sea salt (to taste)
- Chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Option 1 – Microwave Method: Place the cauliflower florets into a large bowl with 1/2 cup (118 mL) water. Cover the top with plastic wrap. Microwave for 10 to 15 minutes, until very soft and mushy. Drain and pat dry.
- Option 2 – Steam Method: Fill a large saucepan or pot with enough salted water to come right below a steamer basket fitted over it. Bring the water to a boil. Place the cauliflower florets into the steamer basket and fit on top of the pan. Cover the pan with a lid. Reduce water to a simmer and cook, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes, until cauliflower is very soft and mushy.
- Make the Mashed Cauliflower: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for about a minute, until fragrant. Place the cooked cauliflower, sauteed garlic, butter, cream cheese, and salt into a food processor. Puree for 1-2 minutes, until completely smooth. Adjust salt to taste. Garnish with chives if desired. You can also drizzle some melted butter on top if you’d like.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
