Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Creamy, delicious Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes is an easy side dish. This low carb side is full of flavor with easy ingredients.
Servings: 6
Cost: $10.10, $1.68 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh cauliflower
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 6 Tablespoons butter divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Chives for topping
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into evenly sized florets.
- Steam the cauliflower for about 10 minutes, or until very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain the cauliflower thoroughly and return it to the pot.
- Add the cream cheese and 4 tablespoons of the butter.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Blend with a hand mixer until the cauliflower reaches your desired consistency. Be careful not to overmix.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and chopped chives.
- Serve warm.
Notes
For the creamiest mashed cauliflower, make sure to drain the cooked cauliflower thoroughly before mixing. Avoid overmixing, as the cauliflower can become watery.
This mashed cauliflower is best served fresh.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 448mg | Potassium: 506mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 858IU | Vitamin C: 73mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg
