This cauliflower hominy smash is a perfect lower carb substitution for potatoes. In fact, I would say that I enjoy this smash just as much as mashed potatoes, if not more. The texture of the two vegetables, along with the milk and a touch of butter leave this side dish tasting very close to a cheesy smashed potato with hardly any of the guilt!

Not that potatoes are a bad thing at all. They have their place in my heart too.

You get a nice heaping half cup of this smash for only about 72 calories and 13 grams carbs, and trust me... you won't miss their potato counter part at all. What's even better is that they are gluten free and clean!

I've made this smash a few times lately and none of the picky eaters around here have had any complaints to register with me. Of course, there really isn't much to be found to complain about here.

Yes, the texture is a little different from that of mashed potatoes, but it's not off-putting at all. Especially if you like chunky mashed potatoes like I do.

The only thing that I'll do different next time will be to maybe add in a bit of minced garlic. But, other than that they're good to go!

The seasonings can be adjusted easily to go along with whatever else is being served. I went with something simple, paprika (more so for color), and a bit of cayenne and crushed red pepper to give a little kick to the tastebuds.

If that's not really your thing, try adding some homemade dry ranch seasoning or taco seasoning!

Cauliflower & Hominy Smash
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The Skinny:
Servings: 6 • Size: About 1/2 Cup • Calories: 72.2 • Fat: 1.6 g • Carb: 13 g • Fiber: 2.6 g • Protein: 2.7 g • Sugar: 1.7 g • Sodium: 96.6 mg

Ingredients:
1 (14.5 Oz.) Can White Hominy, Drained & Rinsed
2 C. Cauliflower (I used frozen.)
1/2 C. Fat Free Milk
1 Tbsp. Light Butter
Pinch of Paprika
Pinch of Cayenne
Pinch of Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
Salt & Pepper to Taste

Directions:

Toss everything into a medium pot together over a medium heat. Once the butter melts, cover and allow to cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the cauliflower has thawed and softened. Stir on occasion.

Remove the lid and the pot from the heat. Smash, smash, smash away.

Serve right away and enjoy!

I served mine with a small side salad of baby spinach, garden tomatoes and micro greens and a nice medium steak. De{light}ful.