Cauliflower Puree
Elevate your side dish game with this creamy Cauliflower Purée, a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. This velvety recipe combines steamed cauliflower with rich unsalted butter, heavy cream, and a subtle hint of nutmeg for a flavor that's both comforting and refined. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or elegant holiday feasts. Seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, its smooth texture and delicate taste make it a versatile addition to your table—whether served warm alongside roasted meats or used as a luxurious base for your favorite mains. Ideal for low-carb diets and gluten-free lifestyles, this Cauliflower Purée will impress everyone at the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 pinch Nutmeg
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Chop the cauliflower into florets.
In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets to the saucepan.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and steam the cauliflower over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until very tender.
Drain the cauliflower and transfer it to a blender or food processor.
Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, salt, ground black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg to the blender or food processor.
Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.
Taste the puree and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
Serve the cauliflower puree warm as a side dish, or use it as a base for your main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.5 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.7 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1922 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1414 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
