Vegan Creamy Mashed Cauliflower

Indulge in a guilt-free comfort food classic with this Vegan Creamy Mashed Cauliflower recipe, a healthy and flavorful twist on traditional mashed potatoes. Made with tender steamed cauliflower blended to velvety perfection, this dish is elevated with the rich nuttiness of nutritional yeast, the creaminess of vegan butter, and the subtle kick of garlic and onion powder. Unsweetened almond milk ensures the perfect consistency without adding unnecessary calories, while fresh chives provide a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-carb, dairy-free side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your holiday table. Serve it alongside your favorite plant-based entrees for a wholesome, satisfying meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large head (about 2 pounds) Cauliflower
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh chives

Directions

Step 1

Begin by removing the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Cut the cauliflower into small florets to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the cauliflower florets. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the florets are very tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.

Step 3

Drain the cauliflower well and return it to the hot pot to remove excess moisture. Let it sit for a couple of minutes to ensure most of the moisture evaporates.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a blender or food processor. Add the almond milk, nutritional yeast, and vegan butter.

Step 5

Blend or process the mixture until creamy. Pause to scrape down the sides if needed to ensure everything is evenly mixed.

Step 6

Season the mashed cauliflower with garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning.

Step 7

Transfer the mashed cauliflower to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh chives.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a side dish with your favorite vegan entrees.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1013.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	500.7

Total Fat 25.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2770.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 24.9g	0%

Vitamin D 22.0IU	0%
Calcium 325.2mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 3078.2mg	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: 42.1%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 39.5%