Garlic Chive Mashed Cauliflower

Garlic chive mashed cauliflower is a lower-carb substitute for mashed potatoes. It’s full of flavor, creamy, and satisfying, and a lot healthier.

My favorite meal when I am craving something healthy is a cool Israeli Salad, Lemon Garlic Roasted Swordfish, this luscious garlic chive mashed cauliflower, and Sauteed Green Peas. the meal is so healthy, that I am just fine with a little Fresh Watermelon Sherbet for dessert.

If you’re wondering if this dish REALLY tastes like mashed potatoes, my answer is no. No. Mashed cauliflower will never taste like mashed potatoes. But, it’s a delicious, healthier swap. It’s still creamy, savory, and comforting, but a lot fewer calories, carbs, and fat. If you go in with appropriate expectations, you won’t be disappointed. Heck, you might even be pleasantly surprised!

Ingredients Needed

• Cauliflower – I prefer using fresh cauliflower and steaming it myself. I’ve found that frozen cauliflower made the final dish a little watery.
• Cream cheese – for creaminess and flavor. I used regular, but you could use low-fat or fat-free.
• Butter – for flavor. You could use olive oil instead.
• Garlic cloves – mince them very finely.
• Parmesan cheese – adds tons of flavor.
• Salt and pepper
• Sour cream – for flavor and creaminess. I used full fat, but use whatever you like.
• Fresh chives – chop them finely. They add a pretty garnish and lots of flavor.

Steps To Make Garlic Chive Mashed Cauliflower

1. Steam the cauliflower until fork tender. Drain very well.
2. Melt the butter and saute the garlic until fragrant.
3. Stir in the cream cheese until melted.
4. Process the cauliflower in a food processor until smooth.
5. Spoon into the pot with the garlic mixture.
6. Stir well to combine.
7. Add the Parmesan cheese,   sour cream and season with salt and pepper.
8. Garnish with chopped chives.

Here are a few more delicious veggie side dishes to try:

• Cauliflower AuGratin
• Brown Butter Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash
• Sichuan Dry-Fried Green Beans
• Spicy Garlic Bok Choy
• Spicy Italian-Style Broccoli Rabe
• Old Fashioned Fried Cabbage
• Rosemary Garlic Grilled Vegetables
• Sweet And Tangy Green Bean Bundles
• Ratatouille Casserole
• Sauteed Garlic Broccolini
• Marmalade Rum Glazed Carrots
• Sauteed Haricot Verts
• Maple Miso-Glazed Brussels Sprouts
• Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
• Easy Sugar Snap Peas
• Lemon Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
• Sweet And Sour Braised Red Cabbage

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