Vegan Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Mashed cauliflower has become a popular side dish for those looking to enjoy traditional mashed potatoes without the calories. This versatile, low-carb side dish is perfect for those following a vegan diet, those looking to cut down on carbs, or those wanting to try something healthy. Vegan mashed cauliflower has a subtle flavour that can be enhanced with a variety of spices and toppings, and it works well alongside almost any main course.

Why Cauliflower?

Cauliflower has gained popularity in recent years as a low-carb, nutrient-dense alternative to many starchy vegetables. It has ample fibre and is quite rich in vitamins and minerals.

Reasons To LOVE Mashed Cauliflower

it’s vegan and plant-based low carb with good fibre gluten and nut-free meal prep friendly

How To Make Mashed Cauliflower

Cook the Cauliflower:

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add stock powder, cauliflower, garlic, and cashews.

Cover and cook for 10 – 15 minutes, until the cauliflower is mushy. Collect ¼ cup of cooked cauliflower water. Drain the rest or use it for soups. Allow cooked ingredients to cool down a bit.

Blend Ingredients

Transfer the cooked cauliflower, cashews and garlic to a food processor. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 – 2 tablespoons of milk.

Blend the ingredients, until they become creamy and fluffy. Add more plant milk or cooked cauliflower water to get the desired consistency.

Garnish and Serve Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and finely chopped cilantro or parsley while serving the mashed cauliflower. Serve mashed cauliflower with grilled tofu or paneer, stir-fried broccoli or beans, and chicken or beef roast as the main course.