Description
Mediterranean magic shines in this garlic mushrooms cauliflower skillet, blending earthy herbs with rich umami flavors. Rich ingredients dance together, creating a wholesome dish that delivers comfort and zest with each savory bite you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by carefully breaking cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring even sizing for consistent cooking. Thoroughly rinse and pat completely dry to prevent excess moisture.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over moderate temperature. Introduce minced garlic, gently sautéing until aromatic and translucent, approximately 45-60 seconds.
- Introduce cauliflower florets into the fragrant garlic-infused oil. Distribute evenly across skillet surface, allowing edges to caramelize. Stir periodically to encourage uniform golden-brown coloration and tender texture.
- Once cauliflower develops initial golden edges, incorporate sliced mushrooms. Continue cooking, allowing mushrooms to release moisture and develop rich, deep coloration. Gently toss ingredients to prevent sticking.
- Elevate flavor profile by seasoning with kosher salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Distribute seasonings thoroughly, ensuring balanced taste throughout the skillet.
- Remove skillet from heat source. Transfer the glistening vegetable medley to a serving platter, showcasing the harmonious blend of textures and colors.
- Enhance visual appeal and taste by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley across the dish. Optional Parmesan cheese adds luxurious depth and creamy richness. Serve immediately while ingredients remain warm and vibrant.
Notes
- Pat cauliflower and mushrooms completely dry to ensure proper caramelization and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Use medium-high heat for achieving golden edges on vegetables without burning garlic, which turns bitter when overcooked.
- Add salt towards the end of cooking to prevent drawing out excess moisture from mushrooms and cauliflower.
- Replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a vegan version or add red pepper flakes for extra heat and metabolism boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg