Best Steamed Mashed Cauliflower Recipes

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SIMPLE STEAMED CAULIFLOWER WITH HERBS



Simple Steamed Cauliflower with Herbs image

Making this recipe for simple steamed cauliflower with herbs is so easy. All you have to do is chop the cauliflower and steam it. Then drizzle it with a bit of olive oil, herbs and salt and pepper. It's a naturally low-calorie, low-carb side dish to round out your dinner.

Provided by Katie Webster

Categories     side dish

Time 15m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
¾ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 teaspoons chopped fresh herbs, see note*

Steps:

  • Bring one to two inches of water to a boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer basket over high heat. Add cauliflower to the steamer basket, cover the saucepan, and steam until the cauliflower is tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove the steamer basket from the saucepan, and pour out the water. Empty the cauliflower out of the steamer basket back into the pot. Drizzle on oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Add herbs and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 45 calories, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 2, Protein 2

GARLIC MASHED CAULIFLOWER



Garlic Mashed Cauliflower image

This recipe is so easy and healthy. I love mashed potatoes, and when I started the South Beach Diet® and couldn't have them, I had to find an alternative. This is an awesome alternative, and people who hate vegetables love it. I do recommend using a large food processor for this recipe.

Provided by Andie

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Mashed

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon reduced-fat cream cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer half the cauliflower to a food processor; cover and blend on high. Add remaining cauliflower florets, one at a time, until vegetables are creamy. Blend in garlic, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 371.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

LOADED CAULIFLOWER



Loaded Cauliflower image

A great way to add some zip to your cauliflower. This recipe is low-carb and resembles a loaded potato! Very unique and down right tasty!

Provided by BOOKCHICKADEE

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Mashed

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
½ cup sour cream
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon dry ranch salad dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer cauliflower to a bowl, mash, and strain excess water.
  • Mix cauliflower, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, onion powder, and garlic powder together in a 9-inch baking dish; top with butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 38.4 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 226.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

MASHED CAULIFLOWER WITH PARMESAN



Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan image

I couldn't shake my mashed potato habit-until I tried mashed cauliflower with a similar consistency. I started making my own, and my family loves it. -Meredith Howard, Franklin, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large head cauliflower (about 2-1/2 pounds), broken into florets
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water and cauliflower in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, covered, until cauliflower is soft, 10-12 minutes. Drain., Mash cauliflower to desired consistency. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese, cream, butter and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and, if desired, parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

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