Whipped Cauliflower with Cheese Sour Cream

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Elevate your side dish game with this luscious Whipped Cauliflower with Cheese and Sour Cream, a creamy and flavorful alternative to mashed potatoes. Tender cauliflower florets are boiled to perfection and blended with rich unsalted butter, tangy sour cream, and sharp cheddar cheese to create a smooth, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Aromatic minced garlic and a touch of salt and pepper enhance the dish with savory depth, while a sprinkle of fresh chives adds a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this keto-friendly, low-carb delight makes the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or holiday meals. Serve it warm and watch it steal the spotlight at your dinner table!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 4 cups Cauliflower florets
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives (chopped, optional for garnish)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

2. Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

3. Drain the cauliflower and place it in a food processor or blender while still hot.

4. Add the butter, sour cream, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.

5. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed to ensure everything is evenly combined.

6. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and blend briefly to incorporate. The cheese will melt into the warm cauliflower.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

8. Transfer the whipped cauliflower to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped chives if desired.

9. Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (134.3g)

Calories		242
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		21.1 g	27%
	Saturated Fat	13.4 g	67%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		60 mg	20%
Sodium		463 mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate		6.8 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	1.9 g	7%
	Total Sugars	3.5 g
Protein		9.5 g	19%
Vitamin D		0.4 mcg	2%
Calcium		258 mg	20%
Iron		0.5 mg	3%
Potassium		240 mg	5%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 760 cal (74.5%%)

Protein: 152 cal (14.9%%)

Carbs: 108 cal (10.7%%)