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Mashed Cauliflower Colcannon (Gluten Free, Easy)

Mashed Cauliflower Colcannon is based off the traditional Irish side which is made with potatoes & cabbage. Swapping the cauliflower for potatoes making this a lower carb option without sacrificing flavors.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer/Side
Cuisine: Irish
Servings: 6
Calories: 169kcal
Author: Stephanie

Ingredients

  • 1 medium head cauliflower
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 leeks trimmed & washed
  • 2 ½ cups cabbage chopped
  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • cup almond milk unsweetened
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Bring large pot of lightly salted water to a boil
  • Break cauliflower into florets and carefully add to boiling water.
  • Cook cauliflower florets about 7-8 minutes till fork tender.
  • Remove from stove and drain well.
  • Mix in softened butter and almond milk with potato masher. Cover and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile add olive oil to saute pan over medium heat. Add yellow onions & garlic and cook 1-2 minutes till translucent.
  • Then add chopped leeks and chopped cabbage and cook an additional 10-12 minutes till cooked down.
  • Add cooked veggies to  the cauliflower mash and continue to mash again until everything is incorporated.
  • For a creamier mash I recommend using an immersion blender for the final blending
  • Salt & Pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Optional: Can top with chopped green onions or parsley
*Nutrition Disclaimer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.3g | Protein: 3.2g | Fat: 12.7g | Saturated Fat: 5.6g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 439mg | Fiber: 4.2g | Sugar: 5.2g | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 1mg