This Instant Pot Cauliflower Recipe is epic! Quickly cooked in the instant pot, then transformed into a delicious mash potato-like side dish. Easy low carb side dish. Creamy and scrumptious, not to mention it is gluten-free!
Quick and extremely tasty low carb cauliflower recipe! A perfect alternative to potatoes. A savory side dish that pairs great with protein such as this Poulet en sauce, or with Jamaican Curry Goat. It takes only minutes to make. Learn how to cook cauliflower mashed potatoes in your instant pot in no time!
This instant pot cauliflower recipe is perfect for weight watchers too. A Great potato replacement. Best of all, the kids will not notice the difference with this creamy cauliflower puree. I have picky eaters, and they ate it without any issues.
Made in just five minutes in the Instant pot, then blended to perfection in the Vitamix then served as a cauliflower mash. This garlic mashed cauliflower is not only perfect for special occasions but great all year round.
Here’s How To Make Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes?
Gather the ingredients, then cut the florets from the head of the cauliflower. Wash and pat dry the cauliflower. Place in a bowl and set aside.
Add in the cauliflower florets and water. Cook for 5 minutes. Quick release, transfer to a food processor. Mash or puree until desired consistency is reached.
Pour mash cauliflower puree into a serving bowl, garnish with herbs and serve warm. You can certainly pair it with any of these other wonderful dishes: Pepper Steak, Oxtail Stew, Cashew Chicken, and Chicken Karaage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For this recipe, we used water. However, you may use vegetable stock to enhance the flavor.
Yes. This vegan cauliflower mashed potatoes can last up to 3 days in the refrigerator in an air tight container.
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Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Vegan
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower Head florets separated
- 1 cup water
- ½ Tsp. Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ¼ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- Oil and fesh parlsey for garnish
Instructions
- Separate the florets from the cauliflower head. Rinse and set in a the pot. Add 1 cup water. Cover with lid and turn the valve to sealing. Manual (pressure) cook on high for 5 minutes. Once done, quick release and open remove the lid.
- Remove the cauliflower from the water; drained then transfer to a food processor, or a good quality blender.
- Then add the garlic, salt and pepper, and almond milk, blend to a smooth consistency.
- Transfer to a bowl. Serve and enjoy!
Carrie says
This recipe was great. Used my immersion blender, so quick and easy. Kids thought it was mashed potato!! Thanks for sharing!!
Geetanjali Tung says
The cauliflower recipe looks perfect creamy and delicious. Love the addition of sour cream here. Will definitely gonna try this recipe.
April says
I can’t believe it takes only one minute to make! Such an epic recipe. And the sautéed garlic must have given the dish so much flavor. Definitely the go-to mashed cauliflower recipe for me now!
Mirlene says
Thank you, April!
Maman de sara says
I like easy recipe. I would like to try this mashed cauliflower using an instant pot.
Sara says
Let’s just go ahead and add this recipe to the list of reasons why I need to get an Instant Pot! haha looks wonderful!!
Mirlene says
haha! Thank you, Sara!
Anne Lawton says
This is such a great idea to make mashed cauliflower in an instant pot!
STACEY CRAWFORD says
Wow, I love mashed cauliflower. Your IP version looks so simple to make!
Samantha H. says
Yum! I’ve somehow never tried mashed cauliflower, but there’s no time like the present, right? I also need to use my Instant Pot more, so this is perfect.
Mirlene says
Just be warned. you will be hooked!
Kacie Morgan says
I tried this last year when I was doing the keto diet and I was genuinely surprised by how enjoyable it is
Mirlene says
Good! I am glad to hear that.
chihyu says
That looks so delicious and I love it’s low carb and healthy, too!
Jenni LeBaron says
We love mashed cauliflower but I have never tried making it in my pressure cooker! I can’t wait to try this next time. Such a creamy side for any main dish meal!
Linda says
This is my kind of recipe. I’ve been using store bought cauliflower for lunch or dinner. I’m so glad I found this recipe because now I can make it on my own.
Mirlene says
Oh no! so much better to make your own!
Danielle Wolter says
this looks good enough to turn a potato lover like me into a cauliflower lover. What a great recipe!
Mirlene says
Thank you, Danielle!
Jacqueline Debono says
I have never thought to mash cauliflower instead of potatoes but it’s such a great idea! Can’t wait to try it!
Karyl Henry says
I haven’t joined the instant pot craze, but I do like mashed cauliflower and I love that this recipe is so easy to make. Even though mine will take a little longer on the stove, the results will still be the same, and delicious
Megan Stevens says
This cauli looks amazing. I love the pepper and garlic. I’m pinning it to make for my family. We’ll all love it!!
Kelly says
I love cooking vegetables in the Instant Pot. It’s so easy and hands off. Great recipe!
Renee Kohley says
This is such an easy weeknight side dish for dinner – thanks for the recipe!
Jean says
I’ve been preferring mashed cauliflower over potatoes these days, and this looks fantastic! What a great idea to use the IP. Makes it so easy!
Kelly Anthony says
I’ve made something similar to this but not in the instant pot so I’m excited to compare the two. Looks delicious and a great low carb option!
Amanda says
Is there anything cauliflower can’t do? What an incredibly delicious recipe, and I love how the Instant Pot makes it super easy. Thanks for sharing!
Mirlene says
Thank you, Amanda. Cauliflower is the best…so versatile.
Tessa Simpson says
I am so eager to try a version in my Instant Pot! These look so dreamy!
Mirlene says
Thank you, Tessa. Please enjoy!
Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says
I love mashed cauliflower so I can’t wait to try your extra creamy Instant Pot version!
Mirlene says
Thank you, Kari.