Low Carb Mashed Potatoes with Peas
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful and nutritious recipe for Low Carb Mashed Potatoes with Peas! A low-carb twist on a classic comfort food, this dish swaps traditional potatoes for creamy cauliflower, blended to perfection with olive oil, unsweetened almond milk, butter, and aromatic garlic powder for a velvety texture and rich taste. Bright, tender peas add pops of color and a subtle sweetness, while fresh parsley ties everything together with a hint of herbaceous freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this keto-friendly recipe is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy, delicious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Perfect for serving with your favorite protein, it's a wholesome and satisfying side dish that will impress every guest at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cups Frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Start by preparing your cauliflower. Remove the green leaves and cut the cauliflower into florets.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the cauliflower florets and boil for about 10-12 minutes until they are very tender.
While the cauliflower is cooking, place the frozen peas in a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Drain the cooked cauliflower completely and return it to the pot. Let it sit uncovered for a few minutes to allow the residual heat to evaporate any excess moisture.
In a large blender or food processor, combine the drained cauliflower, olive oil, almond milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Once the cauliflower is smooth and creamy, fold in the cooked peas gently by hand to add texture and color to your mashed cauliflower.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the mashed cauliflower with peas into a serving bowl. Drizzle a little olive oil or melted butter over the top and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve hot as a side dish to complement your protein of choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.6 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2597 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2917 mg | 62% | |
*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.
