Here’s a simple, flavorful Garlic Cauliflower and Mushrooms recipe 🧄🍄 — tender, savory, and perfect as a low-carb side dish.
🧄 Garlic Cauliflower & Mushrooms
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 8 oz mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Cauliflower
- Heat 2 tbsp oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add cauliflower florets in a single layer.
- Cook 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and tender.
- Remove from pan and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the Mushrooms
- Add remaining oil to the skillet.
- Add mushrooms and cook 5–7 minutes until browned and moisture evaporates.
3️⃣ Add Garlic
- Stir in garlic and thyme.
- Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant (don’t let garlic burn).
4️⃣ Combine
- Return cauliflower to the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook together 2–3 more minutes.
- Finish with lemon juice and parsley if using.
🔥 Optional Add-Ins
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese
- Add red pepper flakes for heat
- Stir in spinach during the last minute
- Toss with crispy bacon bits
🍽️ Serve With
- Grilled chicken or steak
- Baked salmon
- As a keto-friendly side dish
If you’d like, I can also give you:
- An oven-roasted version
- A creamy garlic parmesan version
- Or a spicy Cajun variation 🍄
