Garlic Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet | Quick, savory & healthy
A quick and delicious skillet dish featuring golden cauliflower, seared mushrooms, and fragrant garlic—ready in 30 minutes and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme
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Optional: lemon juice or zest, chili flakes
Instructions
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Heat oil in skillet. Add cauliflower and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes. Stir and cook until golden and tender. Remove and set aside.
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Add more oil, then mushrooms. Sauté until browned and moisture evaporates.
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Add garlic, sauté 1 minute. Return cauliflower to skillet and toss everything together.
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Cook 2–3 more minutes. Turn off heat. Finish with lemon juice, herbs, and adjust seasoning.
Notes
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Use a large skillet to avoid steaming.
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Add protein or grains to make it a main dish.
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Keeps well for meal prep—reheat in skillet for best texture.