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A close up image of a serving of mashed cauliflower topped with two Salisbury meatballs in gravy and a side of sweet peas with a second plated meal in the background.
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Simply Delicious Cauliflower Mash

This clean eat dish is a perfect substitute for mashed potatoes. Even better is the fact that it's gluten-free, low carb, and keto-friendly. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 121kcal
Author: Kitrusy

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cut the head of cauliflower into florets and boil in a pot of salted water for 5-6 minutes.
  • Drain the florets and set them on a tea towel so that any excess water can be removed. Extract any excess water by wrapping the florets in the towel and squeezing.
  • While the cauliflower is still hot, place it into a bowl and add the butter, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and cheese. 
    Note that you can add any other herb or flavoring of your choice from basil to garlic.
  • Using a potato masher, mash the cauliflower until a desired consistency is achieved. Alternately, you can place all ingredients into a food processor and process it until the florets are broken down and are smooth like the consistency of mashed potatoes (being sure to scrape down the sides with a spatula every so often).
  • Garnish with black pepper and/or chives. Serve immediately.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. 

Notes

  • A quick alternative is to buy a bag of frozen cauliflower florets (15oz) as these can usually be steamed in the bag in a microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 1366mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 225IU | Vitamin C: 85.4mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 0.9mg