Low Carb Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the rich, velvety comfort of Low Carb Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes—a flavorful twist on a classic favorite, made entirely with cauliflower! This keto-friendly side dish replaces traditional potatoes with tender cauliflower florets, blended to perfection with roasted garlic, cream cheese, Parmesan, and a touch of heavy cream for an irresistibly creamy texture. Enhanced with buttery richness and topped with fresh chives, this recipe brings all the decadence of mashed potatoes without the carbs, making it perfect for low-carb, gluten-free, or ketogenic diets. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or plant-based mains for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 4 garlic cloves
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets, removing as much of the core as possible.
Peel the garlic cloves.
Fill a large pot with water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Add the cauliflower florets and garlic cloves to the pot. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
While the cauliflower cooks, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water.
Once cooked, drain the cauliflower and garlic, then immediately transfer them to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Allow them to cool for about 2 minutes.
Drain the cauliflower and garlic again and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a large mixing bowl, add the cauliflower, garlic, cream cheese, butter, and heavy cream.
Using an immersion blender or food processor, blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Blend again to incorporate.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to preference.
Transfer the mashed cauliflower to a serving dish and garnish with chopped chives.
Serve hot as a delicious low-carb side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.0 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.2 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 263 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 5151 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1156 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2644 mg | 56% | |
*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.
