Description
This Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet is a delicious and healthy side dish that comes together quickly in a skillet. The combination of tender cauliflower, savory mushrooms, and aromatic garlic makes for a flavorful and satisfying dish that pairs well with any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 small head of cauliflower, cut into florets
Mushrooms:
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
Others:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- ½ cup low-sodium vegetable broth or water
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.
- Cook cauliflower: Add cauliflower florets and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to brown.
- Add mushrooms: Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and brown, about 5 minutes.
- Season: Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs; cook until fragrant.
- Add broth: Pour in vegetable broth, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until cauliflower is tender-crisp.
- Finish: Remove lid, let excess liquid evaporate, and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use your favorite mushrooms such as cremini or baby bella for deeper flavor.
- Enhance with a squeeze of lemon juice or fresh parsley for brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Health-Inspired, American/Vegetarian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
