Cauliflower Puree

Elevate your side dish game with this silky-smooth Cauliflower Purée, a luxurious alternative to mashed potatoes that's perfect for cozy dinners or elegant entertaining. With just a handful of simple ingredients—like fresh cauliflower, rich butter, and a splash of heavy cream—this recipe transforms humble vegetables into a creamy, velvety masterpiece in just 30 minutes. A hint of nutmeg adds a subtle warmth, while steaming the cauliflower ensures it retains its delicate flavor and tenderness. Whether served alongside roasted meats, pan-seared fish, or as part of a vegetarian spread, this versatile purée is sure to impress. Plus, it's gluten-free, low-carb, and packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 pinch Nutmeg
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Chop the cauliflower into florets.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets to the saucepan.

Step 3

Cover the saucepan with a lid and steam the cauliflower over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until very tender.

Step 4

Drain the cauliflower and transfer it to a blender or food processor.

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, salt, ground black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg to the blender or food processor.

Step 6

Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.

Step 7

Taste the puree and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.

Step 8

Serve the cauliflower puree warm as a side dish, or use it as a base for your main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1082.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	725.1

Total Fat 65.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 182mg	0%
Sodium 1922.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 9.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 141.7mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 1414.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 13.2%