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Cajun Mashed Potatoes and Cauliflower

With Cajun seasoning, mashed potatoes and cauliflower make a delicious side dish to enjoy anytime! Fluffy and lighter than regular mashed potatoes, it's extra creamy and delicious thanks to plain yogurt.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 185 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds russet or gold potatoes peeled and cut 1-inch thick
  • 1 small head cauliflower cored and cut into large, equal-size florets
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1¼ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup plant-based yogurt, plain and unsweetened tap for cashew yogurt recipe
  • fine sea salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and set a timer for 5 minutes. By the end of 5 minutes the water should have returned to a boil. Maintain a low-boil, add the cauliflower florets, and cook until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. This may vary depending on the size of the florets and potatoes.
  2. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cauliflower to a large food processor (if the potatoes are also tender, turn off the heat and let them stand in the hot water while you puree the cauliflower). Add ¼ teaspoon salt, and process until smooth and creamy. Set cauliflower aside.
  3. Drain the potatoes in a colander and immediately return them to the pot. Add the nutritional yeast, garlic, paprika, cayenne, thyme, ½ teaspoon salt and several turns of freshly ground black pepper. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until mostly broken down. Add about ¾ cup yogurt and mash until smooth.
  4. Stir the cauliflower puree into the potatoes. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more yogurt, salt, pepper, and/or cayenne, to taste. Serve hot. Allow leftovers to cool before storing in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Storage
  • Leftover cauliflower and potato mash re-heats very well. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freezer friendly.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 185kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 3g (5%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 374mg (16%) Fiber 6g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 185

% Daily Value*

Calories 185kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 3g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 374mg 16%
Fiber 6g 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.