Whole30 Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
Elevate your side dish game with this Whole30 Creamy Mashed Cauliflower recipe—your healthy, low-carb alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. This velvety mash combines tender cauliflower florets and roasted garlic with the richness of full-fat coconut milk and olive oil to create a luxuriously creamy texture. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle, cheesy depth of flavor, while a splash of fresh lemon juice brightens the dish. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of salt and pepper and topped with fresh chives, this dish is paleo-friendly, dairy-free, and gluten-free, making it a versatile choice for any meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or even as a base for your favorite bowl-style creations.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup coconut milk (full-fat, unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Directions
Step 1
Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Chop the cauliflower into florets.
Step 2
Peel and smash the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the cauliflower florets and garlic. Boil for about 10 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Step 4
Drain the cauliflower and garlic in a colander and let them sit for a few minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
Step 5
In a blender or food processor, combine the drained cauliflower, garlic, olive oil, coconut milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Step 8
Transfer the mashed cauliflower to a serving bowl, and garnish with chopped fresh chives.
Step 9
Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (925.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 639.1 |
| Total Fat 44.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2416.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.0g | |
| Protein 23.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 208.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2895.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories