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Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Creamy mashed cauliflower is undeniably delicious! It's simple to make and is such a great side dish for any dinner meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 88 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp minced garlic 
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup reduced fat cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 tsp garlic salt (with parsley flakes)
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp half and half
  • fresh parsley and butter for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Use a Steamer with an insert and boil water. Once boiling, add the cauliflower florets. Steam for 10-12 minutes or until tender.
  2. while the cauliflower is steaming heat the olive oil in a skillet and add the minced garlic. Cook for just a few minutes until fragrant. 
  3. Transfer the steamed cauliflower, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to a large bowl. Use a hand mixer to grind it all together.
  4. Transfer the ground cauliflower mixture to a food processor. Add the half and half and puree until it's the desired consistency that you like.
  5. Add any salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parley and butter if you wish. 
  6. If needed, reheat on the stove.

Nutrition Information

Calories 88kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 532mg (22%) Potassium 317mg (9%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 105IU (2%) Vitamin C 46.4mg (52%) Calcium 90mg (9%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 88

% Daily Value*

Calories 88kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 532mg 22%
Potassium 317mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 105IU 2%
Vitamin C 46.4mg 52%
Calcium 90mg 9%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

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