Low Carb Fauxtatoes
Satisfy your craving for creamy comfort food without derailing your low-carb lifestyle with these irresistible Low Carb Fauxtatoes! This clever mashed potato alternative features tender cauliflower blended with cream cheese, heavy cream, and unsalted butter for a velvety texture and rich flavor. Seasoned with a hint of garlic powder and black pepper, this dish delivers all the indulgence of traditional mashed potatoes but with a fraction of the carbs. Perfect as a keto-friendly side dish or paired with your favorite protein, these fauxtatoes are quick to make, taking just 25 minutes from prep to plate. Garnish with fresh chives for a pop of color and an herby finish, and watch this healthy swap become a mealtime favorite in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the cauliflower thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets, discarding the tough stem.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water.
Cook the cauliflower for 8-10 minutes, or until it is fork-tender. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a food processor or blender, combine the cooked cauliflower, cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the fauxtatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your low-carb fauxtatoes as a healthier alternative to mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.7 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2506 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2562 mg | 55% | |
*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.
