Side

Creamy Mashed Cauliflower

Creamy mashed cauliflower blends tender steamed florets and garlic with buttermilk, olive oil, and butter into a silky puree. A final drizzle of olive oil and fresh chives adds bright, savory notes that linger on the tongue.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
Total
25 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
4

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
107
Protein
5g
Carbs
10g
Fat
7g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
5g
Sodium
339mg

Ingredients

  • 8 cup bite-size cauliflower florets (about 1 head)
  • 4 clove garlic, crushed and peeled
  • 1/3 cup nonfat buttermilk (see Tip)
  • 4 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • Snipped fresh chives, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)
  2. Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse several times, then process until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garnish with chives, if desired. Serve hot.