Vegan Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
Transform your mealtime with this luscious Vegan Creamy Mashed Cauliflower—a healthy, low-carb alternative to traditional mashed potatoes that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Made with tender cauliflower florets, unsweetened almond milk, and a touch of vegan butter, each bite is luxuriously creamy and perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and nutritional yeast for a savory, umami-rich profile. The addition of fresh chives ensures a burst of vibrant color and mild onion flavor that elevates the dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and versatile vegan side dish pairs effortlessly with your favorite entrees while offering a guilt-free indulgence. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this recipe delivers comfort and nourishment all in one bowl.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head (about 2 pounds) Cauliflower
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh chives
Instructions
Begin by removing the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Cut the cauliflower into small florets to ensure even cooking.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the cauliflower florets. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the florets are very tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Drain the cauliflower well and return it to the hot pot to remove excess moisture. Let it sit for a couple of minutes to ensure most of the moisture evaporates.
Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a blender or food processor. Add the almond milk, nutritional yeast, and vegan butter.
Blend or process the mixture until creamy. Pause to scrape down the sides if needed to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
Season the mashed cauliflower with garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning.
Transfer the mashed cauliflower to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh chives.
Serve immediately as a side dish with your favorite vegan entrees.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2770 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 3078 mg | 65% | |
*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.
