Mashed Cauliflower

  Side Dishes

This is our choice for a side dish that's lower in carbs than mashed potatoes but just as flavorful and satisfying. I suggest garnishing it with chopped green onions.

Mashed Cauliflower

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
YIELD: 2-1/2 cups.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
  • 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk

Instructions

  • 1. In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. water to a boil. Add cauliflower; cook, covered, until very tender, 8-12 minutes. Drain.
  • 2. Mash cauliflower, adding cheese, butter, seasonings and enough milk to reach desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 160 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 718mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.

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