Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 strips crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped jalapeños or diced tomatoes for extra flavor
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Add butter, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cauliflower. Mash everything together until smooth and creamy. Mix in half of the shredded cheddar cheese for extra cheesiness.
- Transfer the cauliflower mash to a greased baking dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Add crumbled bacon and chopped green onions as toppings.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Optional: broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for crispy edges.
Notes
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with hazelnut or almond cheese for variety.
- Add cooked ground meat or sausage to boost protein content.
- Mix in vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto,Low Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg