Mashed and Smashed Cauliflower

SERVES: 6

COOK TIME: 15 Min

Potatoes aren't the only vegetable worth mashing! Actually, Mashed and Smashed Cauliflower makes a great alternative for when you want a change of pace from the typical potato side dish. These "cauliflower mashed potatoes" have a nice creamy taste and they're nutritious too!

What You'll Need

2 heads cauliflower, cut into florets
5 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon sour cream
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

What to Do

Place cauliflower in a large pot and add just enough water to cover.
Bring to a boil over high heat; cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain well and place in a large bowl.
Add remaining ingredients and mash until mixture is well combined.

Note

For a quick-and-easy baked version, add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and 4 beaten eggs to the mixture and place in an 8-inch square baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden and set.
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Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Calories 140
Calories from Fat 96
Total Fat 11g 16 %
Saturated Fat 6.5g 32 %
Trans Fat 0.4g 0 %
Protein 3.9g 8 %

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Cholesterol 27mg 9 %
Sodium 531mg 22 %
Total Carbohydrates 10g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 3.9g 16 %
Sugars 3.8g 0 %

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Rnbowgrl

Aug 13, 2018

I've always loved cauliflower and have heard about people using it as an alternative to mashed potatoes, but does it actually taste similar to them in both flavor and texture? I mean obviously, it's not a potato...but say it is very similar, I like putting cream cheese in my potatoes so hopefully, the cauliflower will be equally accepting of it. My curiosity I think will win in this battle...this time. lol

kmcartoonity 62072 74

Jan 11, 2017

I think that this is a great healthy side dish, especially for someone who might be monitoring their carb intake. I have a hard time getting my 4 year old son to eat veggies, and this recipe was acceptable to him. Just tell them it's mashed potatoes, and they will never know! I have been reading a lot lately about the healthy cancer preventing benefits of eating cruciferous vegetables, and this is a great way to serve them.

CarolZZZ

Sep 17, 2011

If you're making the baked version, do you need to boil it first?