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There’s something about a bowl of creamy Easy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower that is both comforting and satisfying. And if you’re looking for a vegan, low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes, this dish might just be the answer! This easy vegan garlic mashed cauliflower recipe is packed with flavor, full of healthy ingredients, and comes together in no time. With just a few simple steps and minimal ingredients, you can have a delicious and nutritious side dish on the table in under 30 minutes. Best part? It’s so tasty that even non-vegans will want seconds!
Easy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower: Satisfyingly Creamy and Delicious!
This recipe for Easy Vegan Garlic Mashed Cauliflower is a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy your favorite comfort food. With its creamy, rich texture, this vegan-friendly dish tastes just like traditional mashed potatoes, but with significantly fewer calories. Plus, garlic mashed cauliflower is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a side or as a main meal.
All you need is 2 heads of cauliflower, some extra virgin olive oil, almond milk, minced garlic, salt and pepper to taste, and a food processor. After steaming or boiling the cauliflower florets for about 8 minutes until soft, simply add all of the ingredients together in the food processor or blender and blend to desired consistency. Serve warm with fresh herbs on top for an added flavor boost and voila! You have yourself a hearty meal that’s both flavorsome and healthy!
Easy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower: Creamy and Delicious!
Cauliflower and it’s health benefits
Cauliflower is a nutrition powerhouse that should also be celebrated for its many health benefits. It is an excellent source of vitamin C and contains powerful antioxidants to help protect cells from damage. It is also a good source of dietary fiber, potassium, folate, and vitamins B6, E, and K. Cauliflower is low in calories, carbs, and fat making it an ideal food for people trying to manage their weight.
Eating cauliflower regularly can boost the immune system by helping fight off infections due to its potential antibacterial properties. Its high levels of choline make it beneficial for brain function while also supporting heart health by helping reduce inflammation in the body as well as potentially lowering cholesterol levels. All these benefits highlight why consuming cauliflower more often could be just what your diet needs!
Cauliflower: Packed Full of Vitamins and Minerals!
Cauliflower: Fun Facts!
Did you know that cauliflower isn’t just white? There are multiple varieties of the popular cruciferous vegetable, each with its own unique hue. Orange cauliflower contains high levels of beta-carotene and purple and green varieties get their color from an anthocyanin. Not only unique in looks but also in taste, these new colors offer a nutty flavor and a firmer texture than their traditional white counterpart.
Cauliflowers aren’t just for the dinner table either, as they can be used for natural food dyes found in many dishes, snacks or drinks. Whether you choose them for their looks or flavor, vegetables have never been so appealing!
Colors of the rainbow!
Easy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
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Easy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
Ingredients
Let's gather the ingredients!
- 2 heads cauliflower
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper to taste
- ⅓ cup almond milk plain
Instructions
Let's Begin!
- Cut the cauliflower into even florets, then boil them in a large pot filled with boiling water on medium-high heat, until very tender.
- Remove from heat, then strain the florets. Set aside uncovered to cool slightly.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, saute the garlic in olive oil for 2-3 minutes or until just slightly browned. Turn off the heat, and set aside.
- Using a food processor, puree the cooked cauliflower until smooth or a little bit chunky, depending on your preference. Add the almond milk slowly while blending.
- Transfer the blended cauliflower to a large bowl, then add half of the garlic oil and half of the salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning to your preference as needed.
- Transfer to a bowl or serving platter, then drizzle with more garlic oil. Garnish with chives or other herbs.
- Serve warm, and enjoy with family and friends!
Nutrition
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Conclusion
This vegan garlic mashed cauliflower dish is not only healthy and delicious, but it’s also really easy to make. If you’re looking for a quick and easy side dish that will impress your guests, this recipe is definitely worth trying. Thanks for reading, and I hope you enjoy the recipe!
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