Mashed Cauliflower (Mashed Potatoes Replacement)

Name: Mashed Cauliflower (Mashed Potatoes Replacement)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces; 0.25 cup heavy cream; 0.33333334326744 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 0.25 cup unsalted butter; 0.25 cup reduced-fat cream cheese; 1 teaspoon sea salt

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Mashed cauliflower replaces potatoes in this recipe. This dish is a healthier, low-carb version of America's obsession with mashed potatoes. It may sound odd, but try it!

Recipe by Sarah J

Updated on May 3, 2023

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

6

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Ingredients

2 pounds cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup heavy cream
⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup reduced-fat cream cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and reduce heat to medium. Cook cauliflower until very tender, about 10 minutes; drain, shaking the colander to remove as much water as possible.
Blend drained cauliflower and cream in a blender until smooth; transfer mixture to a large pot over low heat.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, butter, cream cheese, and sea salt until well combined; cook and stir until hot, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

184	Calories
15g	Fat
9g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 184
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 9g	46%
Cholesterol 44mg	15%
Sodium 496mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 70mg	352%
Calcium 103mg	8%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 494mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.