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a white bowl of instant pot cauilflower topped with parsley
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Instant Pot Cauliflower

Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Pressurizing/Depressurizing12 mins
Total Time17 mins
It’s so easy to whip up this tender steamed cauliflower for a fast and healthy side dish.
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: how to cook cauliflower in an instant pot
Calories: 57kcal
Author: Sarah Cook - Sustainable Cooks

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs cauliflower {cut into florets}
  • 1 cup water

Equipment

Instructions

  • Pour 1 cup of water in the Instant Pot insert. Place a steamer basket or trivet in the insert.
  • Place cauliflower in the basket.
  • Lock the lid into place and set the steam release handle to “Sealing”. Press Manual then High Pressure. Use the +/- buttons and reduce the cooking time to "0" minutes.
  • When it has finished cooking, carefully flip the steam release handle to “venting” and allow pressure to be released.
  • Remove the lid and season to taste.

Notes

If you increase the amount of cauliflower, the cooking time and water added remains the same. The time to come up to pressure will be longer which could lead to a softer texture.
 
 
 
Aim for cutting the florets to uniform size if possible. It will allow for more consistent cooking. 
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Cauliflower
Amount Per Serving (8 oz)
Calories 57 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 71mg3%
Potassium 678mg19%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin C 109mg132%
Calcium 50mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.