Garlic Cauliflower and Mushrooms Recipe
This Garlic Cauliflower and Mushrooms recipe is a delightful combination of tender cauliflower, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic garlic, all sautéed to perfection. It’s a flavorful and satisfying side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cauliflower and Mushrooms:
- 1 head cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
- 8 oz sliced cremini or baby bella mushrooms
Seasonings and Others:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion until softened. Add mushrooms and cook until browned.
- Cook the Cauliflower: Add cauliflower, cooking until tender. Stir in garlic, thyme, and parsley.
- Finish the Dish: Pour in broth, simmer, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute all butter with olive oil.
- Add grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
- Use pre-cut cauliflower to save time.
- Pairs well with roasted meats or over rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1 cup
- Calories: 186
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 77 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
