Whipped Cauliflower with Cheese Sour Cream

Elevate your side dish game with this luscious Whipped Cauliflower with Cheese and Sour Cream, a creamy and flavorful alternative to mashed potatoes. Tender cauliflower florets are boiled to perfection and blended with rich unsalted butter, tangy sour cream, and sharp cheddar cheese to create a smooth, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Aromatic minced garlic and a touch of salt and pepper enhance the dish with savory depth, while a sprinkle of fresh chives adds a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this keto-friendly, low-carb delight makes the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or holiday meals. Serve it warm and watch it steal the spotlight at your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Cauliflower florets
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives (chopped, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 3

Drain the cauliflower and place it in a food processor or blender while still hot.

Step 4

Add the butter, sour cream, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.

Step 5

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed to ensure everything is evenly combined.

Step 6

Add the shredded cheddar cheese and blend briefly to incorporate. The cheese will melt into the warm cauliflower.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the whipped cauliflower to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped chives if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(695.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	991.8

Total Fat 83.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 239.5mg	0%
Sodium 2111.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 40.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1064.1mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1434.4mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 13.4%