Garlic Mushrooms Cauliflower Skillet
This Garlic Mushrooms Cauliflower Skillet is a delicious and healthy side dish made with tender cauliflower, savory mushrooms, and a burst of garlic flavor. Perfect for those looking for a low-carb and keto-friendly meal! A great way to enjoy your veggies!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish, Main Course (light)
- Method: Sautéing, Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the cauliflower. Cut it into florets and rinse them under cold water. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower begins to soften and turn golden brown.
- Once the cauliflower is slightly tender, add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the mushrooms are softened and golden brown.
- Season the garlic mushrooms cauliflower skillet with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), to taste. Stir well to combine.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the cooked cauliflower and mushrooms to a serving dish.
- Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
- Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the garlic mushrooms cauliflower skillet before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
- Serve the skillet dish hot as a delicious and nutritious side dish or light main course. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese.
- To make this dish even more flavorful, add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.
- You can also add other vegetables like spinach or zucchini for a more varied flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg