Description
Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet is a simple, healthy, one-pan dish made with tender cauliflower, savory mushrooms, and fragrant garlic. It’s low-carb, plant-based, and perfect as a light main or flavorful side.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release moisture and turn golden.
- Add cauliflower florets, season with salt and black pepper, and stir to combine.
- Cover the skillet and cook for 5 minutes to lightly steam the cauliflower.
- Uncover and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is tender and lightly browned.
- Finish with lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for heat.
- Stir in spinach or kale at the end for extra greens.
- Top with Parmesan cheese if not vegan.
- Frozen cauliflower can be used if thawed and patted dry.
- Add quinoa or a fried egg to make it more filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
