Best 12 Mock Mashed Potatoescauliflower Recipes

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Cauliflower has become a popular low-carb and keto-friendly alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Its mild flavor and versatile texture make it a great base for a variety of dishes, and it can be cooked in many different ways. Whether you prefer a creamy and smooth mash or a chunky, roasted version, there are many recipes out there to suit your taste. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can create a delicious and satisfying mock mashed potatoescauliflower dish that will impress even the most discerning palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOCK MASHED POTATOES



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This creamy, garlicky mash is made from cauliflower instead of potatoes. We use garlic and thyme for depth and nonfat Greek yogurt and a little Parmesan for dairy richness and tang.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium heads cauliflower (1 1/2 pounds each)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Core the cauliflower heads and cut the stems and florets into 1-inch pieces.
  • Bring 1 inch water to a boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer insert. Put the cauliflower into the pot, cover and steam until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Lift the cauliflower pieces from the saucepan and spread out on a large platter lined with a clean kitchen towel. Let the cauliflower dry for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the oil, thyme and garlic in a small nonstick skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is fragrant and beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Scrape the garlic oil into the bowl of a food processor.
  • Add the cauliflower, yogurt, Parmesan, and 1 teaspoon salt and several turns of black pepper to the food processor and blend until smooth and light, scraping down the bowl as needed. Transfer to a bowl and top with the butter and some more black pepper. Stir the butter into the cauliflower before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 450 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 8 grams

GARLIC MASHED CAULIFLOWER



Garlic Mashed Cauliflower image

This recipe is so easy and healthy. I love mashed potatoes, and when I started the South Beach Diet® and couldn't have them, I had to find an alternative. This is an awesome alternative, and people who hate vegetables love it. I do recommend using a large food processor for this recipe.

Provided by Andie

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Mashed

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon reduced-fat cream cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer half the cauliflower to a food processor; cover and blend on high. Add remaining cauliflower florets, one at a time, until vegetables are creamy. Blend in garlic, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 371.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

MASHED CAULIFLOWER (MASHED POTATOES REPLACEMENT)



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A healthier, low-carb version of America's obsession with mashed potatoes. It may sound odd, but try it!

Provided by Sarah J

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Mashed

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup heavy cream
⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup reduced-fat cream cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and reduce heat to medium. Cook cauliflower until very tender, about 10 minutes; drain, shaking the colander to remove as much water as possible.
  • Blend drained cauliflower and cream in a blender until smooth; transfer to a pot over low heat.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese, butter, cream cheese, and sea salt through the blended cauliflower; cook and stir until hot, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 43.8 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 496.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CAULIFLOWER MASHED "POTATOES"



Cauliflower Mashed

Skip the starchy mashed potatoes in favor of this filling, nutrient-dense cauliflower mash.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon sea salt flakes
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 cup Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 large head cauliflower

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat butter, salt, garlic and chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 12 to 15 minutes or until garlic is completely soft. Set aside.
  • In stockpot or Dutch oven, heat 3 quarts water to boiling over high heat.
  • Cut florets from heads of cauliflower. If using stalks, cut stalks into 1/2-inch chunks. There should be about 8 cups raw cauliflower. Add cauliflower to boiling water; return to boiling. Cook 15 to 20 minutes or until cauliflower is extremely soft when pierced with knife. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • Strain cauliflower well; pat dry thoroughly with towel. Place cauliflower in food processor. Add broth mixture. Cover; process until extremely smooth, processing in batches if necessary. Rinse out stockpot, and return to pot to combine batches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

ANOTHER MOCK MASHED POTATOES (MASHED CAULIFLOWER)-LOW CARB



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I saw this recipe made on the new low carb cooking show on Food Network. I tried the recipe tonight and it is really so good - this is my spin on the recipe. This time, I omitted the rosemary and used raw minced garlic, but you may also use a few cloves of roasted garlic if you prefer. This version is different from many others as there is no sour cream and no mayonnaise. Real comfort without all that starch. (Note: Smart Balance is a lower calorie, cholesterol reducing butter substitute).

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head fresh cauliflower, rinsed,florets only
water, as needed
1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced or 2 cloves roasted garlic, mashed,to taste
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, to taste,minced (optional)
1 tablespoon whipped cream cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/8 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder (I used Better Than Bouillon brand)
1/8-1/4 teaspoon low sodium salt or 1/8-1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon smart balance butter substitute or 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a medium-large pot of water to boil.
  • Cut cauliflower into smaller pieces, add to the pot,and boil until fork tender,approximately 6 minutes; drain well.
  • Using a stick blender or potato masher, mash the cauliflower with the cream cheese, garlic, rosemary (if using), Parmesan cheese,butter,and bouillon powder.
  • Add some salt and pepper to taste- test and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.7, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 162.8, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 3, Sugar 3, Protein 5.4

MOCK MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER



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This is a great substitute for the real thing if you are on a low carb diet like Atkins. Good way to get your veggies too,even if you don't like cauliflower.

Provided by Crabbycakes

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 12m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cauliflower, finely chopped fresh or frozen works great
1 tablespoon real sour cream, more to your taste
1 tablespoon butter (not margarine)
salt
pepper or any other of your favorite seasoning, to taste

Steps:

  • Steam or microwave cauliflower until Very soft.
  • Put cauliflower in blender or food processor with butter and sour cream.
  • Process or blend until creamy like mashed potatoes.
  • Add seasonings to taste and serve immediately.
  • Grated cheese or minced chives make a nice topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.2, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 87.6, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 2.2

MOCK MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER



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This is a wonderful low carb dish, and it is also a great way to eat cauliflower. Those who aren't a fan of cauliflower may love this dish!

Provided by Christa Sharp

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
2 tablespoons whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
salt
pepper
onion flakes (optional)
shredded cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil the cauliflower until it is very tender (about 15 minutes) drain and place into a mixing bowl add salt, pepper, butter, and any other spice to taste and begin mixing with a mixer add whipping cream slowly as you are mixing (be careful not to add too much!) Place the mixture into a Pyrex dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  • If you want, you can sprinkle some shredded cheese on the top before baking, some extra butter, or a bit of paprika for color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.7, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 25.5, Sodium 86.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 3.1

"MOCK" GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



Puree cauliflower instead of actual potatoes for a "Mock" Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food Network to get the same creamy comfort without the carbs.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 21m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium head cauliflower
1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base or bullion (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt)
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh or dry chives, for garnish
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat.
  • Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water for about 6 minutes, or until well done. Drain well; do not let cool and pat cooked cauliflower very dry between several layers of paper towels.
  • In a bowl with an immersion blender, or in a food processor, puree the hot cauliflower with the cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, chicken base, and pepper until almost smooth.
  • Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calorie, Fat 11.5 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 31 milligrams, Sodium 170 milligrams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams

MOCK MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER - QUICK AND EASY



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I found this recipe in a specials' flier from Publix supermarket. It's delicious! You can also substitute a bag of mixed cauliflower/broccoli for a tasty variation.

Provided by nenejkmd

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) bag frozen cauliflower
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower in microwave-safe bowl.
  • Cover and microwave on HIGH 8 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and microwave 3-4 more minutes until tender.
  • Process in food processor (or use hand blender) until smooth (about 30 seconds).

MOCK MASHED POTATOES/CAULIFLOWER ATKINS STYLE



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Low carb mock mashed that dh likes best. This is not an exact recipe. He just said best I ever made so I am trying to back track and guess about what exactly I did.

Provided by CJJohnson

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head cauliflower
4 tablespoons butter
4 ounces parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon horseradish
1 teaspoon rosemary
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon

Steps:

  • Microwave cauliflower and butter in covered microwave dish for 5-10 minutes, until very soft. (Do not add water and do not drain after cooking)
  • Grate Cheese.
  • Add bullion,garlic, rosemary and horseradish.
  • Use stick blender to combine and mash.
  • If you need to wrap up other things before serving set to the side at this point.
  • Right before serving reheat in microwave, blend again with stick blender.
  • Add mayonnaise to taste.

CAULIFLOWER "MASHED POTATOES"



Cauliflower

Substitute this low-calorie, low-fat puree for mashed potatoes or use it as a building block for a variety of meals, such as Cauliflower Risotto.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 large head cauliflower, cored and cut into florets
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup warmed low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Set a steamer basket in a saucepan with 2 inches simmering water. Add cauliflower; cover and steam until very tender, 18 minutes. Transfer cauliflower to a food processor and season with salt and pepper. Add broth and process until smooth, scraping down side as needed (add more broth for a thinner consistency, if desired). To serve, transfer to a bowl, season to taste with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Puree can be refrigerated in an airtight container, up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g

MASHED POTATOES WITH CAULIFLOWER



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     Potato     Side     Steam     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Cauliflower     Healthy     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes
1 small head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into 1-inch florets
2/3 cup 1%; milk
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Scrub the potatoes and cut into 2-inch pieces. Arrange them in a steamer basket and steam for 10 minutes. Add the cauliflower to the basket, and cook until the potatoes and cauliflower are tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, about 15 minutes longer.
  • 2. Heat the milk and butter in a small saucepan. Put the cooked vegetables and warm milk in a large pot or bowl, and mash with a potato masher until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cauliflower: Look for cauliflower heads that are compact and white, with no signs of bruising or blemishes.
  • Cut the cauliflower into small florets: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Steam or boil the cauliflower: Steaming or boiling is the best way to cook the cauliflower without losing its nutrients.
  • Mash the cauliflower: Use a potato masher or food processor to mash the cauliflower until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all great options.
  • Serve immediately: Mock mashed potatoes are best served immediately after they are made.

Conclusion:

Mock mashed potatoes are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. They are made with cauliflower, which is a low-carb, high-fiber vegetable. Mock mashed potatoes are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and folate. They are a great way to add more vegetables to your diet and they are also a good option for people who are following a low-carb or ketogenic diet.

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