Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Craving mac & cheese? This caulfilower mac and cheese is a healthier alternative to a comfort food classic!

While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying the real thing from time to time, if you’re looking for a lower calorie, low-carb side dish, then you’ll love this recipe!

 

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Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

 

 

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Total Time30 minutes mins

 

Course: Main Course

Keyword: Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Servings: 4

Calories: 131kcal

Equipment

• Special Equipment: blender

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower
• 2 ounces smoked gouda cheese shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1/2 cup vegetable stock
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Fresh ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

• Using a sharp knife, cut the cauliflower into large chunks, including the stem. Discard the leaves.
• Place all of the cauliflower bits into a medium sauce pot and add enough water to fully cover all the cauliflower pieces. Place the pot on the stove over high heat and bring to a boil. Continue boiling for 15-20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is nice and soft. Remove from the stove and drain out the water.
• Once drained, place half of the boiled cauliflower in a blender along with the vegetable stock, smoked gouda, parmesan, salt, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of fresh ground pepper. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth. Set aside.
• Place the remaining cauliflower in a large mixing bowl and cut any large pieces into smaller ones. Pour the cauliflower cheese sauce over the small cauliflower bits and boom! Cauliflower & cheese!
• Garnish with fresh thyme and more fresh ground pepper.

Notes

Nutritional facts:

 

Servings: 4 | 131 Calories per serving

 

Fat: 6g (saturated fat: 3g), Cholesterol: 16mg, Sodium: 474 mg, Protein: 11g, Carbohydrates: 13g, Sugar: 4g, Fiber: 6g