Spinach Mashed Cauliflower
Spinach Mashed Cauliflower is a delicious and healthy low-carb side dish that is so quick and easy to make!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time5 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy
Keyword: Spinach Mashed Cauliflower
Servings: 4 people
Author: Christi
- 20 oz. fresh cauliflower florets or 1 head of cauliflower cut into florets
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach Packed - large stems removed.
- 1 tbsp garlic 4 cloves chopped or minced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese 4 oz.
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
Steam the cauliflower until soft and tender. The quick and easy way is to put the chopped cauliflower into a microwave-safe container with a lid. Add 1 tablespoon of water. Place it in the microwave and cook on high for about 5 minutes. If you get the bags of fresh precut cauliflower, you can just leave the cauliflower in the bag and cook them in the microwave as well.
While the cauliflower is in the microwave, add the butter to a small pan and melt over medium heat. Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Add the cooked cauliflower, the melted butter and garlic from the pan, and the rest of the ingredients into the bowl of your food processor and blend in 30-second intervals until it is smooth and creamy or you reach your desired consistency. Do a taste test and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Transfer the spinach mashed cauliflower to a dish and serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container to save for later. This recipe is great reheated!