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Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower in a white bowl
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Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower

Looking for a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes? This Pressure Cooker Cauliflower Mash is creamy and buttery but with the guilt!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword cauliflower mash, instant pot mashed cauliflower
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 107kcal
Author lalaine

Equipment

  • 8-qt Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add 1 cup of water in the Instant Pot and place a trivet or steamer basket.
  • Arrange cauliflower florets on the trivet.
  • Close the lid and set the valve to the SEALING position. Pressure cook on HIGH pressure for 4 minutes.
  • Once cooking time is finished, do a QUICK RELEASE. Carefully open the lid and leave partially open.
  • Let the cauliflower stand for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer into a large bowl and mash with a potato masher or an immersion blender. 
  • Add butter, cheese, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 156mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 298IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg