This delicious cauliflower mash tastes so good you won’t believe it’s healthy. Serve with thyme for an earthy zest and for a low calorie side dish that will fill you up!
1headof cauliflower, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (don't worry about keeping florets intact)
2Tablespoonsof vegan butter, cut into chunks
1teaspoonof chopped fresh thyme
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, bring the broth, water and salt to a boil. Add the cauliflower; bring back to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to low and steam for 20 minutes, or until cauliflower is very tender.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cauliflower to a food processor. Add 3 tablespoons of vegetable broth/water from the pot, along with the vegan butter. Process until smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground pepper. Add thyme and process until just combined.
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Notes
Try these additions:
Garlic: One of our favorite variations is garlic mashed cauliflower. You can lightly sauté it or roast it for the vegan buttery, lightly caramelized flavor, then mix it into the mash. We recommend 2-3 cloves (more if roasted) or adjust to personal taste.
Vegan cream cheese: Add a few tablespoons of your favorite vegan cream cheese for thick and creamy cauliflower mashed potatoes.
Cheesy cauliflower mash: For a subtle cheesy flavor, add in some nutritional yeast. Alternatively, use a vegan parmesan or melty vegan cheese.
Creamier dairy-free cauliflower mash: You can add a dairy-free cream, Greek yogurt, or sour cream (2+tbsp) to increase the creaminess.
Potatoes: If you want to ease into enjoying low-carb cauliflower mash, you could make a mashed cauliflower and potatoes blend (then decrease the potatoes over time) or use another root veg like parsnips. Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes are best for mashing.
Vegetables: Peas, broccoli, carrots, shredded spinach/kale/cabbage, leek, and shredded zucchini are all welcome additions to the vegan mashed cauliflower.
Other seasonings: Experiment with seasonings in this healthy cauliflower mash: like garlic powder, onion powder, nutmeg, paprika, cumin, etc.
Mustard: Just a small amount of mustard will add depth to the flavor of the vegan cauliflower mashed potatoes.