Description
Creamy roasted garlic mashed cauliflower blended with mozzarella, green onions, and olive oil for a flavorful low-carb side dish. This simple recipe delivers rich taste with minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 steamed cauliflower
- 1 clove roasted garlic
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons green onions
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fine Himalayan salt
Instructions
- Steam the cauliflower until very tender if not already prepared.
- Place the steamed cauliflower and roasted garlic into a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
- Transfer the puree to a bowl and mix in the shredded mozzarella, green onions, red pepper flakes, olive oil, and Himalayan salt.
- Stir until well combined and the cheese begins to melt into the warm cauliflower.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a tablespoon of cream cheese or Greek yogurt.
- Freshly roasted garlic gives the best flavor, but pre-roasted garlic can also be used.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken, steak, or roasted vegetables.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
