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    Home / Recipes / Sides / Keto Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower

    Keto Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower

    September 25, 2018 by Keto Cooking Christian 12 Comments

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    Need a quick easy side that is also loaded with healthy fats?  This mashed cauliflower is cheesy, creamy and absolutely delicious!

    bowl of mashed cauliflower with parsley and butter on top
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    • What's in Keto Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower
    • How to Make Low Carb Mashed Cauliflower
    • What Can I Serve with this Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Recipe?
    • Substitutions for Keto Mashed Cauliflower
    • How Many Carbs in Cauliflower?
    • Is Cauliflower Keto?
    • More Low Carb Recipes with Cauliflower
    • More Keto and Low Carb Sides

    Shredded cheddar and Mascarpone cheese make this mashed cauliflower so creamy and full of flavor!

    closeup of mashed cauliflower with butter on top

    You might be wondering, how you thicken mashed cauliflower. You start by cooking the cauliflower pieces in the microwave, without any water, then pat them dry.  This really helps them stay creamy and not watery at all!

    closeup of mashed cauliflower in bowl with parsley

    I add in cheddar, Mascarpone, sour cream and butter and pulse in a food processor until thick, smooth and creamy! Another great addition to add even more flavor to this mashed cauliflower is roasted garlic!

    What's in Keto Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower

    • Cauliflower
    • Cheddar cheese
    • Mascarpone cheese
    • Sour cream
    • Grass-fed butter
    • Garlic salt
    • Salt and Pepper

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    How to Make Low Carb Mashed Cauliflower

    Add the cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a paper plate and cook in the microwave for 10 minutes or until tender.  

    glass bowl with cauliflower florets

    Drain well and pat with paper towels pressing gently to dry.

    food processor with cauliflower florets

    Add to the bowl of a food processor along with the remaining ingredients.

    cauliflower and cheese in food processor

    Pulse until smooth and creamy, then serve!

    mashed cauliflower in food processor

    Store leftover cheesy low carb cauliflower mash in an airtight container in the fridge up to a few days.

    What Can I Serve with this Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Recipe?

    Loaded cheesy cauliflower is a very versatile dish. It goes with so many low carb or Keto entrees. Serve it with just about any protein for a quick and easy side dish.

    I love serving it in place of mashed potatoes with this Instant Pot Pot Roast. Another family favorite it goes so well with are these amazing Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy.

    Of course you can never go wrong when you serve it along side Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin or Cheese Stuffed Italian Meatloaf. The possibilities are endless!

    closeup of mashed cauliflower with butter on top

    Substitutions for Keto Mashed Cauliflower

    • You can boil the cauliflower instead of cooking it in the microwave if you prefer. Just be sure to drain really well before adding to the food processor.
    • For a more intense cauliflower flavor, drizzle the cauliflower with a little olive oil and roast it in a 425F oven for 20 minutes.
    • Buy precut cauliflower florets for a time saver.
    • You can literally use any cheese you'd like. You can use white cheddar, mozzarella,pepper jack, colby or any of your favorites.
    • You can use cream cheese instead of Mascarpone. Cream cheese has a slightly more tart flavor but it works well as a substitute.
    • Fried bacon pieces, scallions, or fresh roasted garlic adds extra bursts of flavor. This Keto mashed cauliflower recipe is so versatile, you can add any of your favorite toppings.

    How Many Carbs in Cauliflower?

    Cauliflower does contain some carbohydrates, but the amount of carbs is much lower than that found in potatoes and other starchy vegetables. For a whole cup of cooked cauliflower, there are 3 net grams of carbs.

    Is Cauliflower Keto?

    Absolutely! In fact if you're on Keto, you've probably seen a good many low carb cauliflower recipes. That's because cauliflower is the quintessential Keto vegetable. It's low in carbs, high in fiber and is very nutritious.

    With added healthy fat from cheese and butter, this is the perfect Keto side dish.

    overhead view of mashed cauliflower in white bowl with butter and parsley on top

    Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. It contains some of almost every vitamin and mineral that you need. If you'd like to read about the healthy benefits of cauliflower, check out this article.

    More Low Carb Recipes with Cauliflower

    • Roasted Cauliflower Ham and Cheese Casserole
    • Mexican Cauliflower Rice
    • Smoked Sausage and Cauliflower Cheddar Soup
    • Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower "Mac and Cheese"
    • Cauliflower Pizza Crust
    • Cauliflower Mushroom "Risotto"
    bowl of mashed cauliflower with parsley and butter on top

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    • Easy Creamed Spinach
    • Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
    • Broccoli Salad with Bacon
    • Easy Cole Slaw
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    Keto Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower

    Shredded cheddar and mascarpone cheese make this mashed cauliflower so creamy and full of flavor!
    5 from 2 votes
    Author: Julianne
    Servings 6
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    PREP 3 minutes mins
    COOK 10 minutes mins
    TOTAL 13 minutes mins

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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into small pieces
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • ½ cup mascarpone cheese
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 2 tablespoons grass-fed butter
    • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
    • Salt and Pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Add the cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a paper plate and cook in the microwave for 10 minutes or until tender.  Drain well and pat with paper towels pressing gently to dry.
    • Add to the bowl of a food processor along with the remaining ingredients.
    • Pulse until smooth and creamy, then serve!

    Recipe Notes

    You can also boil the cauliflower instead of cooking it in the microwave if you prefer.  Just be sure to drain really well before adding to the food processor.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Calories 231kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    231
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    21
    g
    32
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    14
    g
    88
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    6
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    2
    g
    2
    %
    Protein
     
    7
    g
    14
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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    1. Brian

      March 09, 2023 at 8:35 pm

      This was very good. I used frozen cauliflower and boiled till just tender. Then drained well and still used a towel to help squeeze out any excess water.
      I added 3 slices of American cheese along with Mexican blend shredded cheese instead of cheddar. Used Lawrys seasoning salt instead of salt. My wife and 6 year old grandson loved it. Thank you so much for the recipe.

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        March 10, 2023 at 12:49 pm

        So happy to hear you all loved it.

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    2. Mary Jane Hall

      October 08, 2022 at 12:02 pm

      I appreciate your recipes and especially the Bible verses!

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        October 08, 2022 at 6:22 pm

        Thanks so much and I'm happy you love the scripture!

        Reply
    3. Melissa

      December 22, 2020 at 7:18 am

      5 stars
      This is seriously the BEST mashed cauliflower I have ever made! I love the stroganoff recipe too! I always make one batch split it up in some brad load pans and freeze one! I can't wait to have it again! A staple recipe in my kitchen for sure!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        December 28, 2020 at 3:37 pm

        Great idea and glad you love it!

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    4. Vicky

      April 21, 2020 at 3:04 pm

      Any water to cook the cauliflower in the microwave?

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        April 21, 2020 at 5:46 pm

        Not at all, doesn't need any because the plate over the top creates steam. In fact the cauliflower will even be a little wet, so you'll want to dry it off before adding it to the food processor.

        Reply
    5. Amy

      January 14, 2019 at 1:44 pm

      Any suggestions if you don’t have a food processor?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 14, 2019 at 2:26 pm

        If you have a mini chopper or immersion blender, you can puree in small batches. If not, you can use cauliflower rice instead and mash using a hand masher then mix in the rest of the ingredients using a hand mixer. They won't come out as smooth, but should still work fairly well.

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    6. Darcie F

      January 10, 2019 at 5:19 pm

      5 stars
      Best mashed cauliflower ever

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 10, 2019 at 5:27 pm

        Thank you Darcie, I appreciate that!

        Reply

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