PrintHealthy Mashed Cauliflower (Potato Swap) for Guilt-Free Bliss
A delicious and healthy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, made with cauliflower for a guilt-free side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup of milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Drain the cauliflower and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
- Add the butter, milk, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the cauliflower until smooth.
- If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil and use a dairy-free milk alternative.
- Feel free to add garlic or herbs for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg