This Purple Cauliflower Mash is a fun and colorful twist on traditional mashed potatoes! Not only does it bring a vibrant pop of color to your plate, but it’s also packed with nutrients and has a creamy, smooth texture. It’s the perfect side dish to impress your family or guests while keeping things light and healthy. Give this flavorful and visually stunning dish a try!
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What Is Purple Cauliflower?
Purple cauliflower is simply a variety of cauliflower that has a deep, almost-burgundy hue. It still tastes like regular cauliflower but it’s a little bit sweeter and has more nutritional value too.
Why Make Purple Cauliflower Mash
- Nutrient-Packed – Purple Cauliflower Is Rich In Antioxidants like anthocyanins, which give it that beautiful color and provide health benefits such as Fighting Inflammation And Boosting Heart Health.
- Eye-Catching Presentation – The vibrant purple hue adds a unique and colorful touch to your meal, making it a standout side dish that impresses both kids and adults.
- Low-Carb Alternative – This mash is a great substitute for traditional mashed potatoes, offering a light, low-carb, and equally creamy option without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients For Purple Cauliflower Mash
- Purple Cauliflower: The main ingredient, offering a unique color and mild flavor.
- Milk: Adds creaminess to the mashed cauliflower.
- Butter: Contributes to a richer taste and smoother texture.
- Sea Salt: Enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
- Cracked Black Pepper: Adds a hint of heat and spice.
- Fresh Herbs/Chives: Introduces a refreshing, aromatic element to the mash.
How To Make Cauliflower Mash Using Purple Cauliflower
Here is a step by step guide for this purple cauliflower recipe. The first part involves steaming your cauliflower which can be done on the stove top or in a steamer basket in the Instant Pot.
Step One: To steam your cauliflower in the Instant Pot, place one cup of water in the bottom of your inner pot. Place a trivet and steamer basket into the pot.
Step Two: Wash and trim your head of cauliflower and then chop the purple cauliflower into florets or cook as a whole cauliflower. Keep as much of the stem as you like! Its all edible and will mash really well once steamed.
Step Three: Close the Instant Pot lid, set the to pressure cook for 2 minutes on high pressure.
Step Four: Once the purple cauliflower is steamed, release the steam from the Instant Pot using a manual release.
Step Five: Place your steamed cauliflower in a blender or food processor. I use a Vitamix but you can use any food processor you have.
Step Six: Add your milk, butter, salt, pepper.
Step Seven: Let the processor roll until you achieve desired consistency.
Step Eight: Your purple cauliflower mash is now ready to be served. Garnish with your favorite herbs or chives and enjoy!
How To Thicken Cauliflower Mash
If you find your cauliflower mash is too runny or watery for your liking, there are a few tricks to help thicken it up. If you have an immersion blender, blend the mashed cauliflower on low speed in circular motions until it starts to thicken.
Alternatively, you can place the cauli mash in a food processor and pulse until it thickens.
Thicken On The Stove Top
You can also cook the mashed cauliflower on the stove top for a few minutes to evaporate some of the moisture and help thicken it up.
Whichever method you choose, be sure to keep an eye on your cauliflower mash as you don’t want it to burn! Once your desired thickness is reached, it’s ready to serve. Enjoy!
What To Serve With Cauliflower Mash?
You can serve your purple cauliflower mash with a variety of dishes. Some of our favorites are roasted chicken, grilled steak, salmon, white fish and pork chops.
You can even use the cauli mash as a side dish to your favorite pasta or soup!
It’s also great with some freshly baked bread for dipping. Enjoy! This mashed cauliflower recipe can replace real mashed potatoes as a side for any of the following dishes:
FAQ’S
Can I Use Frozen Cauliflower In This Recipe?
Yes, you can! Simply allow extra time when steaming on the stove top or in the instant pot. Add an extra 8 minutes for stove top steaming and 2 extra minutes for Instant Pot steaming.
Can I Make GAPS Friendly Cauliflower Mash Recipe
If you want a GAPS friendly version of this recipe then simply switch out the milk for ¼ Cup Home Made Raw Milk Kefir.
Do You Serve Cauliflower Mash Hot Or Cold?
The purple cauliflower mash can be served hot or cold and makes for a delicious side dish to any meal! This recipe is also great for meal prepping as the mash can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated when needed.
Does Purple Cauliflower Taste Different?
The purple variety of cauliflower is said to be more mild, less bitter & more nutty flavored than it’s white cousin. And my daughter thinks is it delicious.
Maybe it’s the color. Maybe it really is the less bitter/more mild flavor combination. Either way, my child literally cheers for purple cauli mash!
Is Purple Cauliflower Natural?
Yes, purple cauliflower is a natural and 100% edible vegetable. It has been bred from the traditional white cauliflower to produce this colorful variety.
Purple Cauliflower Mash Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Purple Cauliflower
- ¼ Cup Milk
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- ½ Teaspoon Sea Salt
- ¼ Teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper
- 1/4 cup Herbs fresh
Instructions
- Wash and trim your purple cauliflower into florets. Keep as much of the stem as you like! Its all edible and will mash really well once steamed.
- Steam your cauliflower on the stove top in a steamer basket for 10-12 minutes until fork soft.
- Place your steamed cauliflower in a blender or food processor. I use a Vitamux but you can use any food processor you have. Add your milk, butter, salt, pepper and let the processor roll!
- Your purple cauliflower mash is now ready to be served. Garnish with your favorite herbs or chives and enjoy!
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Notes
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