**Mashed Cauliflower: A Low-Carb Alternative to Mashed Potatoes**
Mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food, but they can be high in calories and carbohydrates. Mashed cauliflower is a delicious and healthy alternative that is low in both calories and carbs. It has a similar texture to mashed potatoes, but it is lighter and more flavorful. This article provides two recipes for mashed cauliflower: a basic recipe and a recipe with roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese. Both recipes are easy to make and can be served as a side dish or main course. Whether you are looking for a healthier alternative to mashed potatoes or simply want to try something new, mashed cauliflower is a great option. It is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
**Basic Mashed Cauliflower:** This recipe is a simple and easy way to make mashed cauliflower. It requires just a few ingredients and can be made in under 30 minutes.
**Mashed Cauliflower with Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Cheese:** This recipe takes mashed cauliflower to the next level with the addition of roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese. The roasted garlic adds a rich, savory flavor, while the Parmesan cheese adds a nutty, salty flavor. This dish is sure to please even the most discerning palate.
CREAMY GARLIC MASHED CAULIFLOWER
Buttery, fluffy and garlicky cauliflower mashed "potatoes" is a carb-lovers dream come true! This delicious mashed cauliflower is loaded with garlic, butter, parmesan, and cream cheese! It's KETO friendly and is a great alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.
Provided by Layla
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rinse and cut cauliflower into florets. Steam or blanch cauliflower for 10 minutes or until the fork-tender and soft. Remove from heat and drain well.
- While the cauliflower is cooking, heat butter over medium-high heat in a small saucepan. Add the garlic and Sautee for 1-2 minutes or until the garlic fragrant and begins to turn golden.
- Remove from heat and add to a large food processor along with cooked cauliflower, parmesan, and cream cheese. Season with a dash of salt and pepper, to taste.
- Blend until the cauliflower is smooth and resembles the texture of mashed potatoes. Alternatively, mash with a masher until it looks like mashed potatoes.
- Serve with pats of butter and herbs of choice.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (1/4 the recipe), Calories 126 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 179 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g
CAULIFLOWER MASHED POTATOES - LOW CARB!
Cauliflower mashed potatoes are a delicious alternative to a starchy based side dish. If you are looking for a way to cut some carbs from your diet, this is a tasty way to do it.
Provided by Sandra Shaffer
Categories Side Dish
Time 21m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Microwave or cook cauliflower over boiling water for about 6 minutes. Drain well and place pieces on a clean dish towel or paper towels and press gently to remove as mush moisture as possible.
- In a food processor, blender puree hot cauliflower with cream cheese, parmesan, garlic, chicken base and pepper until consistency is smooth and fluffy.
- Garnish as desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 11 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 4 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 112 grams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat
MOCK MASHED POTATOES
This creamy, garlicky mash is made from cauliflower instead of potatoes. We use garlic and thyme for depth and nonfat Greek yogurt and a little Parmesan for dairy richness and tang.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Core the cauliflower heads and cut the stems and florets into 1-inch pieces.
- Bring 1 inch water to a boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer insert. Put the cauliflower into the pot, cover and steam until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Lift the cauliflower pieces from the saucepan and spread out on a large platter lined with a clean kitchen towel. Let the cauliflower dry for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the oil, thyme and garlic in a small nonstick skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is fragrant and beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Scrape the garlic oil into the bowl of a food processor.
- Add the cauliflower, yogurt, Parmesan, and 1 teaspoon salt and several turns of black pepper to the food processor and blend until smooth and light, scraping down the bowl as needed. Transfer to a bowl and top with the butter and some more black pepper. Stir the butter into the cauliflower before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 450 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 8 grams
"MOCK" GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
Puree cauliflower instead of actual potatoes for a "Mock" Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food Network to get the same creamy comfort without the carbs.
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 21m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat.
- Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water for about 6 minutes, or until well done. Drain well; do not let cool and pat cooked cauliflower very dry between several layers of paper towels.
- In a bowl with an immersion blender, or in a food processor, puree the hot cauliflower with the cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, chicken base, and pepper until almost smooth.
- Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calorie, Fat 11.5 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 31 milligrams, Sodium 170 milligrams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams
CAULIFLOWER MASHED POTATOES | LOW CARB AND CREAMY
Learn how to make cauliflower mashed potatoes that are creamy and just as delicious as traditional mashed potatoes, minus the carbs! Ready in minutes and the perfect side dish.
Provided by Arman
Categories Appetizer
Time 6m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Boil cauliflower in salted water for 10 minutes or until fork tender. Remove and drain. Cover with a lid and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat the butter over medium high heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the cooked cauliflower into a food processor and pulse several times until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the cauliflower mash into the pot with the garlic. Stir through the parmesan cheese, cream cheese, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 97 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 8 g, Sodium 293 mg, Fiber 3 g
ANOTHER MOCK MASHED POTATOES (MASHED CAULIFLOWER)-LOW CARB
I saw this recipe made on the new low carb cooking show on Food Network. I tried the recipe tonight and it is really so good - this is my spin on the recipe. This time, I omitted the rosemary and used raw minced garlic, but you may also use a few cloves of roasted garlic if you prefer. This version is different from many others as there is no sour cream and no mayonnaise. Real comfort without all that starch. (Note: Smart Balance is a lower calorie, cholesterol reducing butter substitute).
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories Cheese
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a medium-large pot of water to boil.
- Cut cauliflower into smaller pieces, add to the pot,and boil until fork tender,approximately 6 minutes; drain well.
- Using a stick blender or potato masher, mash the cauliflower with the cream cheese, garlic, rosemary (if using), Parmesan cheese,butter,and bouillon powder.
- Add some salt and pepper to taste- test and adjust seasonings as needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.7, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 162.8, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 3, Sugar 3, Protein 5.4
LOW-CARB MASHED CAULIFLOWER
For those of us low-carb peeps who like to pretend that we are eating mashed potatoes. Serve with butter if desired.
Provided by catiebrooke
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook cauliflower in boiling water until tender, about 6 minutes; drain. Pat cauliflower dry with paper towel to remove as much moisture as possible.
- Blend cauliflower, cream cheese, garlic, and seasoned salt in a food processor until mostly smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 20.9 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 366.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
MOCK MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER
This is a great substitute for the real thing if you are on a low carb diet like Atkins. Good way to get your veggies too,even if you don't like cauliflower.
Provided by Crabbycakes
Categories Cauliflower
Time 12m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Steam or microwave cauliflower until Very soft.
- Put cauliflower in blender or food processor with butter and sour cream.
- Process or blend until creamy like mashed potatoes.
- Add seasonings to taste and serve immediately.
- Grated cheese or minced chives make a nice topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.2, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 87.6, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 2.2
VEGAN MASHED CAULIFLOWER (INSTEAD OF MASHED POTATOES)
My husband doesn't like to eat starchy food so I found this recipe on fatfreevegan.com and modified it a bit. This is an excellent replacement for mashed potatoes. I like this with Recipe #208856 with vegan gravy and either broccoli or green beans.
Provided by Zenmaria
Categories Cauliflower
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook frozen cauliflower by following the package directions. Cook until it is very well done (soft!) approximately 8-10 minutes. (You may also use 1 pound of fresh cauliflower). Put into a colander and drain.
- While cauliflower is cooking, combine soy milk, garlic, water, and seasonings, in small saucepan over medium heat. When it reaches a boil, add the cornstarch/water mixture, stirring constantly until thickened. Set aside for next step.
- When cauliflower is cool enough for you to handle, squeeze as much water out of it as possible. (Put it into a colander and pressed it with the back of a big spoon). Next, put the cauliflower into a food processor and whir on high for a minute or just mash with a fork. Add the sauce from step 2. Process/stir until the cauliflower is creamy and smooth.
- Check the consistency. If it is too thick for you, add a tiny bit of soymilk, mix, and check again. Too much liquid and you will end up with soup!
- Add additional seasoning to taste. Serve hot/warm. You may need to heat it quickly in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.8, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 42.7, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.8, Protein 2.7
Tips:
- Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is firm and white, with no brown or yellow spots.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets: This will help it cook evenly.
- Steam or boil the cauliflower until it is tender: You can also roast the cauliflower in the oven, but steaming or boiling will give you a creamier texture.
- Mash the cauliflower until it is smooth: You can use a potato masher, a food processor, or a blender.
- Add your favorite seasonings: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs are all good options.
- Serve the mashed cauliflower immediately: Or, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Mashed cauliflower is a delicious and healthy alternative to mashed potatoes. It is lower in carbs and calories, and it is also a good source of fiber and vitamins. With so many different ways to prepare it, there is sure to be a recipe that you will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a side dish that is both tasty and good for you, give mashed cauliflower a try.
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