Mashed Cauliflower may be low in carbs but the taste just as good as regular mashed potato. For somebody who avoids potato in his diet it going to be a good alternative. Easier than mashed potatoes with less preparation time and no peeling necessary, this mashed cauliflower recipe is light, buttery and smooth.
To make the taste just like a mashed potatoes you will need to know a few secrets. And you will find out it here.
Yield: 4-5 Servings
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 heads of cauliflower
- 6 tablespoons ghee (or butter)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 ½ green onion, chopped
- ¼ cup greek yogurt
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
Direction:
- Remove the outer leaves and chop two heads of cauliflower down to the florets.
- Place the cauliflower into a medium pan with about two inches of water and cover with a lid. Steam the cauliflower until fully cooked and tender, then set it aside.
- Add five tablespoons of ghee, one clove of minced garlic, and one chopped green onion to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute for 5 minutes or until soft.
- Add the steamed cauliflower to a large bowl with the sauteed garlic and green onions, greek yogurt, ¼ cup grated cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Whip together with an electric hand mixer until smooth.
- Place your smooth mashed cauliflower mixture into a large bowl, and garnish with half of a chopped green onion and the one extra tablespoon of melted ghee on top. Serve warm.
Notes: You can also use a food processor to smooth the ingredients together, instead of an electric hand mixer, or mash and mix thoroughly by hand.