Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

A bowl of creamy mashed cauliflower topped with melted butter and garnished with chopped fresh herbs.

5 from 2 votes

This easy cauliflower mashed potatoes recipe is a smooth and creamy side dish made with real garlic, butter, parmesan cheese, and chives. It's the perfect alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, especially if you're watching carbs or eating keto. Simple enough for weeknight dinners but elegant enough for holidays.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Mashed Cauliflower Potatoes, Mashed Cauliflower Potatoes Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 7

Total Time 22

Servings

Calories 276kcal

Author Shelby Law Ruttan

Equipment

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower , cut into florets
4 large garlic cloves , peeled
5 tablespoon unsalted butter , divided
4 tablespoons heavy cream
¼ cup parmesan cheese , shredded
3 tablespoons chopped chives , divided
¾ teaspoon salt , optional
½ teaspoon black pepper , optional

Instructions

Place the cauliflower and garlic in the microwave steamer and cook on high for 8 minutes, or until cauliflower is fork tender. Drain the water from the steamer and let cauliflower cool for 10 minutes before proceeding.
Transfer the cooked cauliflower and garlic to a food processor bowl. Add the butter, 2 tablespoon chopped chives, salt, and pepper to the steamed cauliflower and process for 30 seconds.
Gradually pour the heavy cream into the food processor while continuing to process for 1 minute, until the cauliflower puree is smooth and creamy.
Transfer the mashed cauliflower to a large bowl for serving. Top with the remaining butter and sprinkle with the remaining chives.

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