Cauliflower Mashed

Mashed cauliflower is smooth, gentle, and quietly satisfying. It delivers the comfort of mashed potatoes with a lighter feel, letting simple flavors shine. Perfect as a side, a base for stews, or a cozy bowl on its own.

This is Let’s Veg comfort made simple.

Olivia

Cauliflower Mashed

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Mashed cauliflower blended smooth and creamy with garlic. A light Let’s Veg side dish perfect for comforting, everyday meals.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 126

Ingredients Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• ¼ cup milk or plant-based milk
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

 

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add cauliflower and cook for 12-15 minutes, until very tender. Drain well.
3. In a saucepan, gently warm butter (or oil) and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
4. Add cauliflower and milk.
5. Mash or blend until smooth and creamy.
6. Season with salt and black pepper.
7. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 69mgPotassium: 657mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 102mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drain cauliflower very well to avoid excess water

Add Parmesan or nutritional yeast for extra flavor

Roast cauliflower first for deeper taste

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