This Slow Cooker Mashed Cauliflower is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Made with cauliflower, garlic, and a touch of butter, this creamy side dish is perfect for any occasion. It’s low in carbs, gluten-free, and packed with vitamins and minerals, making it the perfect addition to any meal.
Mashed cauliflower is a great way to sneak more vegetables into your diet. Cauliflower is rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. Plus, it’s low in calories and carbs, making it a great option for those looking to cut back on starches.
I love making this dish when I want a lighter alternative to mashed potatoes. It’s perfect for cozy dinners at home or as a side dish for holiday gatherings. I even like to pack it for lunch and enjoy it at work. It’s creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make!
Cuisine: American
Number of Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours on low, 2 hours on high
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes – 6 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives, for garnish (optional)
Equipment/Utensils Required:
- Slow cooker
- Steamer basket (optional)
- Potato masher or immersion blender
- Serving bowl
Instructions:
- Place the cauliflower florets and minced garlic in the slow cooker.
- Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the cauliflower.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, or until the cauliflower is very tender.
- Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash the cauliflower until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mashed cauliflower to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped chives if desired, and serve hot.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 70
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Creamy Slow Cooker Mashed Cauliflower
Equipment
- 1 Slow cooker
- 1 Steamer basket (optional)
- 1 Potato masher or immersion blender
- 4 Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower chopped into florets
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Slow cooker
- Steamer basket (optional)
- Potato masher or immersion blender
- Serving bowl
Notes
- Calories: 70
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
