Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
A low-carb and keto-friendly alternative to mashed potatoes, this cheesy cauliflower mash is rich, creamy, and satisfying. It's a perfect side dish for a variety of meals, offering a comforting texture and savory flavor.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 30 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 263 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1 pcscauliflower, cut into florets
- 60 gcream cheese, softened
- 120 gcheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbspbutter
- 0.5 tspgarlic powder
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 1 tbspchives, fresh, chopped(optional)
Equipment
large bowl · large pot · colander · potato masher
The method
Step by step
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
About 5 min
- 2
Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until very tender.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: The cauliflower should be soft enough to easily pierce with a fork.
- 3
Drain the cauliflower thoroughly in a colander. For best results, let it sit for a few minutes to steam dry, or gently press out any excess water.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Removing extra moisture prevents a watery mash.
- 4
Transfer the drained cauliflower to a large bowl or back into the dry pot.
About 1 min
- 5
Add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the cauliflower.
- 6
Mash the mixture using a potato masher, fork, or an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: For an extra smooth mash, use an immersion blender, but be careful not to over-process as it can become gummy.
- 7
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives if desired.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 263kcal
- Protein
- 11.6g
- Carbs
- 9.2g
- Fat
- 21.2g
- Fibre
- 3.2g
- Sugar
- 3.6g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover cheesy cauliflower mash in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of cream or water if needed to restore creaminess.
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