Garlic Mashed Cauliflower with Browned Butter

4.75 from 4 votes

Creamy mashed cauliflower with garlic and browned butter is a versatile side dish that can easily replace traditional mashed potatoes on the table.

Course Keto Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Browned Butter Cauliflower, Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings servings

Calories 232kcal

Place cauliflower florets and whole garlic cloves in microwave steamer basket.
Add water to bottom of steamer basket and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, until cauliflower is fork tender.
While cauliflower cooks, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Cook butter until it starts to foam and begins to brown. Swirl pan often to mix butter.
When you see the brown solids forming in the bottom of the pan, remove from heat and set aside.
Swirl the butter again and a little butter (about 1 tablespoon) to use as a drizzle over top of the cauliflower in the serving bowl.
Place cooked cauliflower in food processor with additional salt and black pepper (if using).
Process cauliflower mixture until it has a smooth and creamy texture.
Spoon garlic mashed cauliflower into a serving bowl and drizzle with reserved butter.