Keto Sweet Potato Puree
This irresistible Keto Sweet Potato Puree offers a clever, low-carb twist on the classic comfort food dish, perfect for anyone following a ketogenic lifestyle. Made with a base of velvety cauliflower and rich canned pumpkin puree, this recipe delivers the same creamy consistency and earthy sweetness of traditional sweet potato puree, without the carbs. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg and enriched with butter and heavy cream (or dairy-free alternatives), each spoonful is bursting with comforting flavor while being guilt-free. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal as a keto-friendly side for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Easy to customize and low in carbs, this recipe is a go-to addition to your healthy eating repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cauliflower (chopped into florets)
- 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (or ghee for dairy-free option)
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream (or unsweetened almond milk for dairy-free option)
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon (ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and a pinch of salt.
Cook the cauliflower for 10-12 minutes, or until soft and fork tender.
Drain the cauliflower well and transfer it to a food processor or blender.
Add the canned pumpkin puree, butter (or ghee), heavy cream (or almond milk), cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper (if using) to the food processor.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
Taste and adjust seasoning to preference, adding more salt, cinnamon, or nutmeg as desired.
Transfer the puree to a serving bowl and garnish with an extra pinch of cinnamon if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite keto-friendly main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.2 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 658 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 932 mg | 20% | |
*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.
