Description
A quick, healthy, and flavorful skillet dish made with cauliflower, mushrooms, and a garlicky butter sauce. Perfect as a light main or low-carb side dish.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp lemon juice
¼ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt and the oil heat up.
- Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5–6 minutes until slightly golden.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Drizzle with lemon juice, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (if using).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use frozen cauliflower if desired, but thaw and drain before cooking.
- For vegan, replace butter with olive oil and omit Parmesan or use a dairy-free substitute.
- Add red pepper flakes for spice.
- Mix in other veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach for variety.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg