Instant Pot Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

What makes this Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Recipe the best cauliflower mashed potatoes ever? For starters, it is an Instant Pot recipe so its super quick. Also known as a mashed cauliflower recipe, it is a definite winner!

Plus, it is gluten free, keto diet approved.

Why cauliflower instead of potato?

Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes are a great alternative to regular mashed potatoes. It is a keto friendly, GAPS diet friendly, gluten free side dish and just plain good and nutritious.

Yes, you read that right - now you can use cauliflower instead of a mashed potato recipe!

Cauliflower is healthy and will not raise your blood sugar levels like a mashed potato recipe will.

They are a great way to add a sometimes neglected veggie to your diet!

Come on, 'fess up - when was the last time you had cauliflower?

Is this keto?

Yes, because cauliflower is a low carb vegetable, this is a low carb or keto recipe. And, with the additions to make it extra creamy, you are adding good fats that are so important on the keto diet.

If you are on the keto diet, I highly recommend the Carb Manager app to help track your macros. I use the free version and do not feel the necessity to upgrade.

Is this paleo?

Yes and no.

Since this mashed cauliflower recipe has sour cream in it, many who follow a strict Paleo diet must find a substitute.

Others feel that since sour cream is fermented that it is OK to use on the Paleo diet.

You decide for yourself.

Why is this the best?

First, they are cooked in the Instant Pot which makes it a super quick recipe.

Second, they are the creamiest ones I have ever had and that makes them the best Cauliflower mashed potatoes eeeevvver!

Third, (if you aren't convinced already) be sure to check out all the variations that keeps this dish interesting and above all, tasty!!

Can Frozen Cauliflower Be Used?

Yes. This recipe works great with either fresh or frozen cauliflower.

If using frozen cauliflower, place the frozen cauliflower in the Instant Pot and continue as directed.

Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Recipe Step by Step

• Cut cauliflower into bite size pieces and place on a trivet (some may fall through) inside the instant pot with the water. Photo 1
• Cover with the lid, set the toggle switch into the sealing position and press "Manual" for 5 minutes. Photo 2
• When cooking is done, natural release steam for 10 minutes, and then release the steam by putting the toggle switch into the “venting” position. Not shown
• Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt and pepper. Photo 3
• Mix well, adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve - Enjoy! Photo 4

Mashed Cauliflower Recipe Variations

Here are some delicious recipe variations to try:

• Add 1 - 2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Leave out the mayonnaise and double the sour cream
• Add ½ cup cheese - try cheddar, Swiss, Asiago or your favorite
• Like it spicy? Saute 2 cloves garlic and add to Instant Pot along with 2 teaspoon horseradish
• Want to bulk it up? Saute 1 bunch kale or spinach with 1 cup mushroom (chopped) and add to finished mashed cauliflower.

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Instant Pot Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Dina-Marie

Also known as a Mashed Cauliflower recipe, this is a delicious alternative to mashed potatoes made super quick and easy with an Instant Pot.

5 from 7 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Natural Release 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 head cauliflower
• 1 cup water

• ¼ cup sour cream

• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
 more or less as desired
• salt and pepper to taste
• 
Parsley for garnish

Instructions

 

• Remove the florets from the stem of the cauliflower and break or cut into bite size pieces .
• Place cauliflower florets on a trivet (some may fall through) inside the instant pot
 with the water.
• Cover with the lid, set the toggle switch into the sealing position
• Press "Manual" for 5 minutes.  


• When cooking is done, natural release steam for 10 minutes, and then release the steam by putting the toggle switch into the “venting” position.

• Remove the cauliflower into a bowl and add the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt and pepper.
• Mash and mix with a potato masher, and for a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender.
• Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
• Enjoy!

Notes

Cauliflower may be mashed with a potato masher or for a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender.

Variations:

• Add 1 - 2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Leave out the mayonnaise and double the sour cream
• Add ½ cup cheese - try cheddar, Swiss, Asiago or your favorite
• Like it spicy? Saute 2 cloves garlic and add to Instant Pot along with 2 teaspoon horseradish
• Want to bulk it up? Saute 1 bunch kale or spinach with 1 cup mushroom (chopped) and add to finished mashed cauliflower.

 

Keyword cauliflower mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower