Cauliflower Mashed Puree

A fantastic, but healthy alternative to mashed potatoes. This tasty light side dish will delight your guests.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Greek
Keyword: Vegetarian
Servings: 6 Persons
Calories: 186kcal
Author: By Chef Stefania

Ingredients

  • 1 Head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 Medium sized Yukon Gold or Russet potato roughly chopped
  • 2 Springs rosemary
  • 1 Parsnip roughly chopped
  • 1 Celery rib roughly chopped
  • 6 Garlic cloves
  • 4 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ Teaspoon ground pepper freshly ground
  • ½ Cup parmesan grated - Optional
  • 2 Tablespoon chives chopped

Instructions

  • In a large pot, with salted boiling water, add cauliflower, potatoes, rosemary, parsnips, garlic and celery.
  • Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes until very tender.
  • Remove from heat, and let contents cool slightly.
  • Strain the contents. Discard rosemary, and squeeze as much water out of the mixture as possible.
  • Then transfer the mixture to the bowl of your food processor. Add olive oil. Pulse several times until smooth and creamy.
  • Add pepper and parmesan cheese if using. Pulse once to combine.

Notes

Tip
You can add 1-2 tablespoons of butter if desired. Also, you can make this dish 1 day before, and heat it with a microwave for 2½ - 3 minutes when needed.
Serving Suggestions
Transfer to a serving bowl.
Garnish with chives.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Cauliflower Mashed Puree
Amount per Serving
Calories
186
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Cholesterol
 
6
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
168
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
530
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
16
g
5
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
114
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
58
mg
70
%
Calcium
 
140
mg
14
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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