Mashed Cauliflower with Goat Cheese
Mashed Cauliflower with Goat Cheese! This creamy side dish is lighter than mashed potatoes but loaded with flavor thanks to the addition of caramelized onions and goat cheese.
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cup cauliflower florets about 1 large head of cauliflower
- ¼ cup goat cheese
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Drop in cauliflower and boil for about 15 minutes or until very tender.
- Meanwhile, heat about a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion and a sprinkle of salt. Cook until very tender and caramelized, about 20 minutes. (If the pan starts getting dry, use a bit of water, white wine or chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping the brown bits up from the bottom.)
- When the cauliflower is tender, drain and place in a blender. Add goat cheese, caramelized onions and about 2 teaspoons olive oil and blend until smooth. Season to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with extra goat cheese and caramelized onions if desired.
Notes
Variations
- Add fresh chopped herbs for extra flavor! Rosemary or thyme would go well here.
- Try Parmesan or sharp cheddar in place of goat cheese.
- Blend in some roasted garlic cloves for a mouthwatering twist.
- Add a few ounces of cream cheese for an extra rich and creamy version.
- Dairy-free/Vegan: Omit the goat cheese or replace with a plant based cheese.