Description
A healthier, creamy alternative to mashed potatoes, this Easy Creamy Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes recipe is rich in flavor and perfect for anyone looking to reduce carbs without compromising on taste. Roasted garlic, olive oil, and cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt) add a delicious twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1 head of garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (or more to taste)
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- Unsweetened almond milk (as needed, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice off the top of the garlic head to expose the cloves, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and wrap it in aluminum foil. Roast for 35-40 minutes or until the cloves are soft and golden. Let cool slightly before squeezing out the roasted garlic.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well and let cool slightly.
- Place the cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step helps achieve a thicker, creamier consistency.
- In a food processor, combine the cauliflower, roasted garlic, cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt), remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- If the mashed cauliflower is too thick, add a splash of almond milk until it reaches your preferred texture.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use unsweetened almond milk and skip the cottage cheese/Greek yogurt, or use a non-dairy alternative like cashew cream.
- You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of almond milk if needed to regain a creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg