Pork and Cauliflower Mash Bowls

Flavorful ground pork simmered with lentils, peas, and carrots, topped with a smooth, savory cauliflower mash.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 25 min
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: American
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $4.51/serving

Dietary

• Gluten-Free
• Dairy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Soy-Free
• Egg-Free
• Low-Sodium
• Low-Sugar
• High-Protein
• High-Fiber

Tags

• sauté
• quick
• healthy
• comfort food
• savory

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork (lean)
• 1 cauliflower (large, cut into florets)
• 1 cup peas (frozen)
• 1 carrot (finely diced)
• 1 can brown lentils (15 ounces, rinsed and drained)
• 0.5 cup vegetable broth (unsalted)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Place cauliflower florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and microwave on high for 7 to 10 minutes, or until very tender. Alternatively, steam or boil until tender. Mash with a fork until smooth, creating the mash topping.
2. While cauliflower cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add diced carrot to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Stir in rinsed lentils, frozen peas, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
5. Pour in unsalted vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, allowing flavors to combine.
6. Divide the pork and vegetable mixture among four bowls. Top each with a generous dollop of cauliflower mash.

Notes

A hand blender can make the cauliflower mash extra smooth if you prefer a creamier texture. Leftovers are excellent for lunch the next day.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 485
• Protein: 31 g
• Carbohydrates: 30 g
• Fat: 20 g
• Fiber: 9 g
• Sodium: 125 mg
• Saturated Fat: 6.5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Cholesterol: 75 mg