Cauliflower 'Mashed' Potatoes with Chives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

A keto-friendly twist on mashed potatoes using cauliflower, made creamy with butter and cream cheese for a satisfying side dish. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cauliflower florets, unsalted butter, cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 oz, softened cream cheese
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 2 cups cauliflower florets in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender.
2. Step 2: Drain cauliflower thoroughly, then return to the steamer pot over low heat for 1 minute to evaporate excess moisture.
3. Step 3: Add 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 oz softened cream cheese, and 2 tbsp heavy cream to the cauliflower, then mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives, mixing until fully incorporated.
5. Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm.