Name: Garlic and Chive Cauliflower Mash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 1 medium head of cauliflower, florets only; 2-3 whole cloves garlic, peeled; 2 T. extra virgin olive oil; 2 T. unsweetened almond milk; 1 t. garlic powder; 1 t. onion powder; Sea salt and black pepper, to taste; 3 T. fresh chives, chopped

Cauliflower is not just for Thanksgiving. You can enjoy this gluten-free, low-carb vegetable all year round and it’s so versatile. It works well mashed or grilled, as a soup base, roasted with garlic and olive oil, raw in salads or even roasted whole with olive oil and salt.

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The beauty of cauliflower is that it easily takes on the flavors you add to it which makes for an easy way to get your kids eating their veggies without any fuss! This Garlic and Chive Cauliflower Mash recipe is a simple side dish that tastes great with pork chops or roast chicken.

Does mashed cauliflower taste like mashed potatoes?

No. It doesn’t taste the same, and if someone tries to tell you otherwise they must have strange taste buds! Mashed cauliflower tastes like cauliflower.

Although not the same as potatoes, cooked cauliflower can take on the flavors of what you cook it with. For example, if you put butter in your recipe, then mashed cauliflower will have a creamy texture. It’s light and easy to prepare so if you’re counting carbs or calories or want something lighter than boiled potatoes, it is a great option.

What you need to make Garlic and Chive Cauliflower Mash

1 medium head of cauliflower, florets only
2-3 whole cloves garlic, peeled
2 T. extra virgin olive oil
2 T. unsweetened almond milk
1 t. garlic powder
1 t. onion powder
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
3 T. fresh chives, chopped

Kitchen equipment

Pan with steamer basket and lid
Food processor or potato masher
Serving bowl (optional)

How to make the recipe

Place the cauliflower florets and the garlic cloves into a steamer basket set over a pot of water that’s boiling gently. Cover and steam until the cauliflower is fork-tender, around 15 minutes.

Transfer the cauliflower and garlic to a food processor or blender and add the olive oil, almond milk, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and process until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasonings, as desired.

Transfer to a serving bowl and top with fresh chives before serving.

Storing the recipe

Make sure to mash the cauliflower thoroughly before allowing it to cool completely. Pack in sealed bag, make sure no air remains inside the bag and note contents on outside of stored food. Store for up to 3 months and defrost thoroughly before reheating and serving.

Recipe tips

Steaming the garlic along with the cauliflower will remove the raw edge and make it more tender.

To cut down on time, use frozen cauliflower or pre-chopped cauliflower.

If you own an immersion blender, use this instead of a food processor.

Yield: 4 portions