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The Best Mashed Cauliflower

By Kristen Mccaffrey
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126
Calories 
9g
Carbs 
9g
Fat 
6g
Protein 
3
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(3 Old SmartPoints™) (4 PointsPlus®)

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The Best Mashed Cauliflower

The best Mashed Cauliflower recipe for anyone looking for a low carb alternative that is creamy, garlicky, and delicious.

I have been making mashed cauliflower for years and honestly I love it pretty much any way you make it. However my family doesn't feel the same way. They normally will tolerate mashed cauliflower only if I mix in a few potatoes and its still not their favorite. That all changed with this recipe. The secret? Drying off the cauliflower before its mashed. Its such a small step but it makes all the difference. This ensures a fluffy, thick mash like you would get with traditional potatoes. Then to make sure it really tastes amazing, it is mixed with a quick garlic butter, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Seriously delicious.

Speaking of delicious low carb alternatives, what are your favorites? We eat a ton of cauliflower rice, especially this cilantro lime and coconut version. I also am obsessed with this Cauliflower and Carrot Rice with Browned Butter and love this creamy ricotta spaghetti squash.

Prep Time

The Best Mashed Cauliflower

91
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Ingredients

4
SERVINGS:
US | METRICS
  • 1 U cauliflower, chopped into small pieces
  • 1.5 tbsp butter
  • 3 U garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon reduced fat cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
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Nutritional Facts

Serving Size: 
2/3 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 126
Calories from Fat 77
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g
13%
Saturated Fat 5g
26%
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 22mg
7%
Sodium 471mg
20%
Total Carbohydrate 9g
3%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Sugars 3g
Protein 6g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
The Nutritional Values provided are estimates only and may vary based on the preparation method.

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower and cook for 6-8 minutes until tender. Drain and use a dish towel or paper towels to pat the cauliflower dry. This will ensure the mash is fluffy and thick.
  2. While the cauliflower is cooking, melt the butter in a small sauce pan. Add the garlic and cook for 2-4 minutes until very fragrant and tender. Remove from heat.
  3. Add the cauliflower, garlic butter, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to a food processor or blender. Puree until smooth and fluffy.
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By Freda Potter
on January 17, 2017 - 15:56
Rate this Recipe: 
5

These were outstanding.
By Tammy Dolce
on January 16, 2017 - 07:31
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4

Great alternative to mashed potatoes. Didn't pass the "teen test". He still thinks it's bland and much prefers the potatoes;) ~ my husband and I, though, think this is one of the best mashed cauliflower recipes we've ever tried.
By Carol Green
on January 7, 2017 - 04:04
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5

I think I love this more than mashed potatoes. I substituted cream cheese with Greek yogurt. Yummy!
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