Faux Ta Toes Low Carb Mashed Potato Substitute

Satisfy your comfort food cravings without the carbs with this creamy and flavorful "Faux Ta Toes Low Carb Mashed Potato Substitute." Made with tender cauliflower, rich cream cheese, and a touch of garlic powder, this low-carb side dish mimics the silky texture and savory taste of traditional mashed potatoes—perfect for keto and gluten-free diets. Simple to prepare in just 25 minutes, this guilt-free alternative is seasoned to perfection with butter, salt, and pepper, and can be garnished with fresh chives for an added pop of color and flavor. Serve it alongside your favorite mains for a hearty and wholesome meal that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cauliflower head
• 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cauliflower under running water and remove the leaves and stem.

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into small florets for even cooking.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt.

Step 4

Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until tender. Alternatively, steam the cauliflower for the same duration.

Step 5

Drain the cauliflower well, ensuring no excess water remains. Pat with a kitchen towel, if necessary, to prevent watery mashed cauliflower.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a food processor or blender.

Step 7

Add the cream cheese, unsalted butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the food processor with the cauliflower.

Step 8

Blend or process the mixture until smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed cauliflower to a serving dish and garnish with fresh chives, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(906.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	531.2

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 92.3mg	0%
Sodium 1364.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 19.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 212.2mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1762.4mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 31.3%