Best 7 Mock Garlic Mashed Potatoes Cauliflower Recipes

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**Mock Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Creamy Cauliflower Dish That Tastes Like Mashed Potatoes with Low Carbs**

Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be used to make a variety of dishes, including mock garlic mashed potatoes, a creamy and delicious side dish that tastes just like mashed potatoes, but with fewer carbs and calories. This dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare, assuming you already have cauliflower rice on hand. Besides the basic recipe, there are also variations for roasted garlic mashed cauliflower, cheesy cauliflower mash, cauliflower mashed potatoes with bacon, cauliflower mashed potatoes with cream cheese, and cauliflower mashed potatoes with sour cream. These variations add extra flavor and richness to the dish, making it a perfect side for a variety of main courses. Whether you're looking for a healthier alternative to mashed potatoes or simply want to try something new, this mock garlic mashed potatoes recipe is a great option that won't disappoint.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GARLIC MASHED CAULIFLOWER



Garlic Mashed Cauliflower image

This recipe is so easy and healthy. I love mashed potatoes, and when I started the South Beach Diet® and couldn't have them, I had to find an alternative. This is an awesome alternative, and people who hate vegetables love it. I do recommend using a large food processor for this recipe.

Provided by Andie

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Mashed

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon reduced-fat cream cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer half the cauliflower to a food processor; cover and blend on high. Add remaining cauliflower florets, one at a time, until vegetables are creamy. Blend in garlic, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 371.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

MOCK MASHED POTATOES



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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

2 medium heads cauliflower (1 1/2 pounds each)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

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 MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER ATKINS STYLE



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Low carb mock mashed that dh likes best. This is not an exact recipe. He just said best I ever made so I am trying to back track and guess about what exactly I did.

Provided by CJJohnson

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head cauliflower
4 tablespoons butter
4 ounces parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon horseradish
1 teaspoon rosemary
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon

Steps:

  • Microwave cauliflower and butter in covered microwave dish for 5-10 minutes, until very soft. (Do not add water and do not drain after cooking)
  • Grate Cheese.
  • Add bullion,garlic, rosemary and horseradish.
  • Use stick blender to combine and mash.
  • If you need to wrap up other things before serving set to the side at this point.
  • Right before serving reheat in microwave, blend again with stick blender.
  • Add mayonnaise to taste.

MOCK MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER



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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

2 cups cauliflower, finely chopped fresh or frozen works great
1 tablespoon real sour cream, more to your taste
1 tablespoon butter (not margarine)
salt
pepper or any other of your favorite seasoning, to taste

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

MOCK MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER



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This is a wonderful low carb dish, and it is also a great way to eat cauliflower. Those who aren't a fan of cauliflower may love this dish!

Provided by Christa Sharp

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
2 tablespoons whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
salt
pepper
onion flakes (optional)
shredded cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil the cauliflower until it is very tender (about 15 minutes) drain and place into a mixing bowl add salt, pepper, butter, and any other spice to taste and begin mixing with a mixer add whipping cream slowly as you are mixing (be careful not to add too much!) Place the mixture into a Pyrex dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  • If you want, you can sprinkle some shredded cheese on the top before baking, some extra butter, or a bit of paprika for color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.7, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 25.5, Sodium 86.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 3.1

MOCK MASHED POTATOES (CAULIFLOWER)



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I made this last night for a potluck at the home of a low-carbing friend. I think it's pretty tasty, but what wouldn't taste good with an entire stick of butter and a full cup of sour cream?

Provided by JaneinRI

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 heads cauliflower
1/2 cup butter, softened or melted
1 cup sour cream (room temp is best if you plan to serve this immediately)
salt & pepper (I use seasoned salt & no pepper)

Steps:

  • Steam cauliflower thoroughly, until falling-apart soft.
  • Drain in a colander, and cut away the stalk.
  • Return to pan, add butter and mash until smooth.
  • Add sour cream and seasonings, and stir well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.6, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 57.5, Sodium 186.8, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 4.7, Protein 5.2

ANOTHER MOCK MASHED POTATOES (MASHED CAULIFLOWER)-LOW CARB



Another Mock Mashed Potatoes (mashed Cauliflower)-low Carb image

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

1 head fresh cauliflower, rinsed,florets only
water, as needed
1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced or 2 cloves roasted garlic, mashed,to taste
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, to taste,minced (optional)
1 tablespoon whipped cream cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/8 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder (I used Better Than Bouillon brand)
1/8-1/4 teaspoon low sodium salt or 1/8-1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon smart balance butter substitute or 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, to taste

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

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh cauliflower. Frozen cauliflower can be used, but it may not be as flavorful.
  • Be sure to cook the cauliflower until it is very soft. This will help it to mash smoothly.
  • Add milk or cream to the mashed cauliflower to achieve your desired consistency. You can also add butter, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • To make the garlic flavor more pronounced, add roasted garlic to the mashed cauliflower. You can also use garlic powder or garlic salt.
  • Top the mashed cauliflower with your favorite toppings, such as chives, bacon, or cheese.

Conclusion:

Mock garlic mashed potatoes made with cauliflower are a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With their creamy texture and garlicky flavor, these mashed cauliflower potatoes are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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