Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
A healthier alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, creamy mashed cauliflower is a velvety comfort dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by steaming or boiling the florets until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the cauliflower well and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
- Add minced garlic, butter, and heavy cream to the mixing bowl.
- Blend the mixture using a potato masher or immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and serve warm, adding chopped chives or parsley if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat gently, adding a splash of cream if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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