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Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet

Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet: A Healthy Delight for Dinner

This Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet is a low-carb, healthy dish bursting with flavor and nutrition.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 head Cauliflower Fresh heads for the best results
  • 8 oz Mushrooms Use any fresh variety like cremini or shiitake
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced garlic adds flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Optional; can substitute with more olive oil for dairy-free
  • to taste Salt Basic seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Basic seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional; adds depth and warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Optional; add preferred herbs
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional; fresh for brightness
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional; can omit for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet
  1. Gather all ingredients, wash cauliflower, chop it into florets, slice mushrooms, and mince garlic.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, adding olive oil and butter if using. Heat for about 1 minute.
  3. Add chopped cauliflower florets and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender and golden brown.
  4. Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 4-5 minutes until they reduce in size and release liquid.
  5. Add minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Drizzle with lemon juice, add Parmesan if desired, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Maintain medium heat while cooking to prevent burning garlic. Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.

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