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The Ultimate Low-Carb Roasted Cauliflower Mash (Air Fryer) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

The Ultimate Low-Carb Roasted Cauliflower Mash (Air Fryer)

An incredibly creamy, rich, and zesty low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes. This lightning-fast air fryer recipe for roasted cauliflower mash comes together in about 20 minutes, perfect for a keto diet or a healthy side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 174
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 32 oz (907 g) Cauliflower florets
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Olive oil
  • 3 oz (85 g) Parmesan, freshly grated
  • 4 oz (113 g) Butter, softened
  • 1/2 Lemon, juiced
  • 1/2 Lemon, zested
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • For a silky-smooth mash, use a food processor or immersion blender instead of a potato masher. For a more rustic texture, a standard masher is perfect.
  • Ensure your butter is at room temperature. Cold butter will cool the mash down too quickly and won't blend in as smoothly.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F / 190°C.
  3. In the air fryer basket, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil until evenly coated.
  4. Air fry for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the florets are tender and lightly golden.
  5. Transfer the hot, roasted cauliflower to a large bowl and mash to your desired consistency.
  6. Add the softened butter, grated parmesan, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the bowl.
  7. Stir vigorously until the butter and cheese are melted and everything is creamy and well combined.
  8. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
  9. Grate your own block of parmesan. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can prevent it from melting into a smooth, creamy consistency.
  10. Toss 2-3 peeled garlic cloves into the air fryer with the cauliflower. They'll roast into a sweet, mild flavor that mashes perfectly into the final dish for an extra layer of flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 5g

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