This Smashed Cauliflower recipe offers a lighter, flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. By combining frozen cauliflower with butter, garlic, and seasonings, you create a creamy, comforting side dish that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Smashed cauliflower recipe low carb and keto paleo. Great holiday low carb side dish of smashed cauliflower to replace potato for keto diet.
Ingredients
- 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen cauliflower
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 clove garlic, minced (Optional)
Instructions
Steps:
- Place cauliflower in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and return cauliflower to pot.
- Stir butter, black pepper, salt, and garlic into cooked cauliflower.
- Mash cauliflower mixture with a potato masher or whisk until a smooth consistency similar to mashed potatoes.
