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
- Instant Pot
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!
Maman de sara
I like easy recipe. I would like to try this mashed cauliflower using an instant pot.
Sara
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
haha! Thank you, Sara!
Anne Lawton
This is such a great idea to make mashed cauliflower in an instant pot!
STACEY CRAWFORD
Wow, I love mashed cauliflower. Your IP version looks so simple to make!
Samantha H.
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
Just be warned. you will be hooked!
Kacie Morgan
I tried this last year when I was doing the keto diet and I was genuinely surprised by how enjoyable it is
Mirlene
Good! I am glad to hear that.
chihyu
That looks so delicious and I love it’s low carb and healthy, too!
Jenni LeBaron
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
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
Oh no! so much better to make your own!
Danielle Wolter
this looks good enough to turn a potato lover like me into a cauliflower lover. What a great recipe!
Mirlene
Thank you, Danielle!
Jacqueline Debono
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
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
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
I love cooking vegetables in the Instant Pot. It’s so easy and hands off. Great recipe!
Renee Kohley
This is such an easy weeknight side dish for dinner – thanks for the recipe!
Jean
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
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
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
Thank you, Amanda. Cauliflower is the best…so versatile.
Tessa Simpson
I am so eager to try a version in my Instant Pot! These look so dreamy!
Mirlene
Thank you, Tessa. Please enjoy!
Kari - Get Inspired Everyday!
I love mashed cauliflower so I can’t wait to try your extra creamy Instant Pot version!
Mirlene
Thank you, Kari.