Description
Creamy Cauliflower Mash is a delicious and low-carb alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, made with tender cauliflower florets blended with butter, cream cheese, and garlic for a rich and smooth texture. This easy stovetop side dish is perfect for those following a vegetarian or gluten-free diet and can be customized with roasted garlic or dairy-free substitutions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Boil the Cauliflower: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, or until very tender.
- Drain and Dry: Drain the cauliflower well and let it sit in the colander for a few minutes to release any excess moisture, ensuring a creamy mash.
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor or high-powered blender, combine the cauliflower, butter, cream cheese, heavy cream, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Season the Mash: Add salt and pepper to taste. If the mixture is too thick, adjust the consistency by adding a little extra cream until desired texture is achieved.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the creamy cauliflower mash warm, garnished with chopped fresh chives if desired.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, try adding roasted garlic instead of raw garlic.
- This mash can be made dairy-free by substituting butter with olive oil and heavy cream with a splash of plant-based milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
