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Quick Garlic Cauliflower Side Dish
Anne Newgent

Easy Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet

This easy skillet recipe combines tender cauliflower florets and savory mushrooms with fragrant garlic and thyme for a quick and satisfying side dish or light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Modern European
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound button mushrooms whole
  • 1/2 small head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until their liquid is released and cooked off, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Add cauliflower and onion, cooking until lightly golden brown for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant, about one minute.
  5. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to add a splash of vegetable broth for extra moisture or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese at the end. It pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.