Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet Recipe
This Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet is a quick and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring tender cauliflower florets and savory mushrooms sautéed with garlic, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning. Finished with a hint of lemon juice and optional Parmesan cheese, it’s a perfect healthy side or light main that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings & Oils
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet set over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and the mixture to heat up until shimmering.
- Sauté the Veggies: Add the cauliflower florets to the skillet, cooking them for 5 to 6 minutes until they start to turn slightly golden and tender. Then add the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking for another 4 to 5 minutes until both vegetables are nicely browned and cooked through.
- Add Garlic & Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook everything together for an additional 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the spices blend into the vegetables.
- Finish & Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Drizzle the lemon juice over the vegetables, sprinkle the Parmesan cheese if using, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately while hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute Parmesan cheese with a vegan alternative to keep this dish vegan.
- For extra protein, consider adding cooked chickpeas or sautéed tofu.
- Adjust the smoked paprika quantity according to your spice preference.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop.
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