Description
Silky smooth cauliflower mash delivers comfort with a healthy twist, making traditional potato sides obsolete. Garlic-infused and butter-rich, this dish promises pure culinary satisfaction that satisfies both wellness enthusiasts and classic comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) cream cheese
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (3 grams) chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Transform whole cauliflower into delicate florets, ensuring uniform size for consistent cooking.
- Submerge florets in rapidly boiling water, maintaining high heat for 10-12 minutes until vegetables become exceptionally tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Thoroughly drain cooked cauliflower in a colander, gently patting dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture that could dilute the creamy texture.
- Transfer drained cauliflower into food processor, introducing butter, cream cheese, heavy cream, and powdered seasonings to create a luxurious base.
- Pulse and blend ingredients until achieving a velvety, smooth consistency, avoiding over-processing to maintain some subtle texture.
- For those preferring a rustic approach, utilize a potato masher to manually combine ingredients, creating a more rustic mash with delightful vegetable chunks.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese, blending briefly to distribute evenly and enhance the savory profile.
- Conduct a final taste assessment, adjusting salt, pepper, or additional seasonings to personal preference.
- Elegantly transfer mash into a serving vessel, garnishing with freshly chopped chives for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately while warm, complementing protein-based main courses like succulent steak or roasted poultry.
Notes
- Steam cauliflower until extremely soft to ensure a velvety, smooth texture without any tough or stringy pieces.
- Pat cauliflower completely dry after steaming to prevent watery mash and maintain a thick, creamy consistency.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for richest flavor, but can substitute with Greek yogurt for lighter version.
- Adjust seasonings gradually, tasting as you blend to create perfectly balanced flavor profile that complements main protein.
- For low-carb dieters, this recipe provides an excellent potato alternative with minimal calories and maximum nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg