Description
This Garlic Mushrooms Cauliflower Skillet is a vibrant, savory explosion of flavor that makes for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. Perfectly sautéed cauliflower and earthy mushrooms are coated in a fragrant garlic sauce, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4–6 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or oregano)
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
- Optional: 1 diced yellow or white onion
- Optional: 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- Optional: Juice of 1 lemon
- Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare Your Veggies: Cut your head of cauliflower into small, bite-sized florets. Clean your mushrooms and slice them. Mince your garlic cloves.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your olive oil (or butter) and swirl it around to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Sauté the Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower florets to the hot skillet in a single layer. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower starts to brown and become tender-crisp.
- Add the Mushrooms: Push the cauliflower to one side of the pan and add the sliced mushrooms to the empty side. Let them cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown. Stir them with the cauliflower and continue cooking until both are well-browned and tender.
- Introduce the Garlic: Create a small space in the center of the skillet and add your minced garlic. Cook for about 30-60 seconds until fragrant, then stir the garlic into the cauliflower and mushrooms.
- Season and Finish: Season the skillet with salt, pepper, and your chosen dried herbs. If using vegetable broth, pour a splash into the pan and scrape up any browned bits. Cook for another minute until the liquid has reduced slightly.
- Serve Immediately: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley or chives. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Don't overcrowd the pan for better browning. Use medium-high heat for a good sear. Consider adding cooked protein or serving over grains for a heartier meal.