Instant Pot Cauliflower

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Instant Pot Cauliflower

This recipe details pressure cooking cauliflower florets in an Instant Pot with minimal water to preserve texture and flavor. Cooking times vary to achieve either crunchy or tender results, allowing you to customize the vegetable side dish to your preference.

Description

Instant Pot Cauliflower requires just cauliflower florets and a small amount of water. The florets are placed in a steamer basket inside the Instant Pot and pressure cooked for short durations ranging from zero to two minutes, depending on the desired texture.

The method emphasizes immediate removal after cooking to prevent overcooking, which helps maintain a bright flavor and firm or tender texture according to choice. This minimal preparation brings out the natural qualities of cauliflower without additional seasoning.

This approach suits those looking for a quick, no-fuss vegetable side that can accompany a variety of meals. Adjusting pressure cook time allows control over crispness versus softness.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 head (1230g) cauliflower , cut into florets
  • ½ cup (125ml) water cold

Instructions

  1. Pressure Cook Cauliflower in Instant Pot: Pour ½ cup (125ml) cold water and place a Steamer Basket in Instant Pot. Add in cauliflower florets.Pressure Cook at High Pressure:-For 2-3 cups of Cauliflower Florets: 0 min + Quick Release-For 1 cup of Cauliflower Florets: Crunchy - 1 min + Quick Release; Tender: 2 mins + Quick Release
  2. Serve Instant Pot Cauliflower: Remove the cauliflower immediately to prevent overcooking, then serve as a healthy side dish. Enjoy~ :)
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Notes

  • Carefully remove cauliflower immediately after cooking to avoid sogginess.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 76kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 5g (10%) Sodium 93mg (4%) Potassium 919mg (20%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin C 148.3mg (165%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 1.3mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 76 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 76kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 5g 10%
Sodium 93mg 4%
Potassium 919mg 20%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin C 148.3mg 165%
Calcium 68mg 7%
Iron 1.3mg 7%

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

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