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Garlic Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Learn how to make cauliflower "mashed potatoes" for a healthier side with all the flavor. This Garlic Mashed Cauliflower recipe won't disappoint!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • High Powered Blender OR
  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower chopped into small florets
  • 3 ounces low-fat cream cheese (⅜ brick)
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter (¼ stick)
  • 1½ teaspoons minced garlic sautéed if you aren't buying it already prepared
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary optional

Instructions

  • Bring a medium pot of water to boil. Once boiling, cook the cauliflower for 8-10 minutes or until fork tender. Remove and drain cauliflower.
    1 head cauliflower
    Cauliflower in a metal pot on a white background.
  • Place cauliflower along with all other ingredients into a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth and creamy.
    3 ounces low-fat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons salted butter, 1½ teaspoons minced garlic, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
    Mashed potatoes in a food processor.

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Notes

  • Cut the cauliflower as evenly as possible so that all of the florets cook at the same rate.
  • Be sure to let the cauliflower fully drain before blending.
  • If you want to make them even lower in calories and healthier, you can sub in Greek yogurt or vegan butter. Lots of options to make these your own.
Storage: Store mashed cauliflower in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 690mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 307IU | Vitamin C: 102mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg