Candida Diet Friendly Creamy Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Mash
Roasted garlic and cauliflower come together here in a velvety, deeply savory mash that feels indulgent without a single ingredient that would derail a candida-conscious eating plan. The garlic spends nearly 40 minutes in the oven until the cloves turn golden and almost sweet, which mellows any sharpness and adds serious depth to the finished dish. Full-fat coconut milk and butter give it that rich, creamy texture you'd expect from a comfort food classic — no starchy potatoes, no hidden sugars, just clean, satisfying ingredients. Steaming the cauliflower until completely fork-tender is the key to getting that silky, lump-free result once everything hits the food processor. It comes together in one pot and one roasting session, making it genuinely weeknight-friendly for four people. A scatter of fresh chives on top adds a little color and a mild oniony bite that rounds out every bowl beautifully.
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4 servings
- 1 head garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 lb), cut into florets
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Place the garlic head cut-side up on a small piece of foil, drizzle with 1 tbsp of the olive oil, and wrap tightly. Roast for 35–40 minutes, until the cloves are deeply golden and completely soft when pressed.
- 2
While the garlic roasts, fill a large pot with 1–2 inches of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Place the cauliflower florets in a steamer basket set over the boiling water, cover, and steam for 12–15 minutes, until completely tender and a fork slides through with no resistance.
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