🧄🍄 Garlic Cauliflower and Mushrooms 😋
A simple, savory side dish featuring tender cauliflower and juicy mushrooms sautéed in garlicky olive oil—healthy comfort food with bold flavor!
Description
This Garlic Cauliflower and Mushrooms recipe is proof that simple ingredients can deliver big flavor. Perfectly sautéed cauliflower florets pair beautifully with earthy mushrooms and fragrant garlic, finished with a touch of parsley and optional Parmesan. It’s fast, versatile, and works as a side dish, light meal, or low-carb main.
📝 Ingredients
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1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
🍽️ Directions
1️⃣ Prep the Vegetables
Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Slice mushrooms evenly so they cook at the same rate.
2️⃣ Heat the Oil
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
3️⃣ Cook the Cauliflower
Add cauliflower florets to the skillet. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and beginning to soften.
4️⃣ Add Mushrooms
Stir in the sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5–6 minutes, allowing them to release moisture and brown slightly.
5️⃣ Add Garlic & Seasoning
Add minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1–2 minutes, just until fragrant.
6️⃣ Finish & Adjust
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Cook another minute to ensure everything is tender and well combined.
7️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.