Creamy Mashed Cauliflower with Garlic and Chives

Try this very low calorie version of garlic mashed potatoes without all the carbs and butter.


Recipe:

  • 1 cauliflower head
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp 2-5% fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt


Directions:

  1. Wash cauliflower and cut into florets.
  2. Add cauliflower florets to pressure cooker or pot on stovetop, using a steaming rack to raise it off the bottom, and with at least 1 cup water.
  3. Cook for 3 minutes in pressure cooker or steam for about 8 minutes on stovetop.
  4. Once done, discard liquid and transfer cauliflower florets to a mixing bowl.
  5. Finely chop garlic and sauté with the olive oil on medium for about a minute, or until it begins to turn golden brown.
  6. Transfer olive oil and garlic into the mixing bowl and combine with cauliflower with a potato masher or fork.
  7. Combine in Greek yogurt and chives.
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