Description
Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower is a creamy, low-carb alternative to traditional mashed potatoes that is bursting with flavor and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 600g)
- 6 cloves of garlic
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the cauliflower, remove leaves, and cut into even-sized florets.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel garlic cloves, toss in olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for about 20 minutes until golden.
- Boil salted water in a large pot, add cauliflower florets, and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.
- In a blender, combine roasted garlic with drained cauliflower, heavy cream, and butter. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Optionally garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- For a vegan version, swap butter for olive oil or vegan butter.
- Add cream cheese for extra richness or customize with herbs like thyme or chives.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg