How to Cook Whole Cauliflower in the Instant Pot - SUPER easy side dish!

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity and flavor profile.

Remove leaves from the head of cauliflower.

Pour 1 and 1/2 cups of water into the Instant Pot.

Place the trivet inside the pot.

Set the cauliflower head on top of the trivet, stem side down.

Close the lid and ensure the valve is set to sealing.

Set the timer for 2 minutes on high pressure using the pressure cook setting.

Wait for the Instant Pot to build pressure (about 10 minutes) before the 2-minute countdown begins.

When the timer beeps, do a quick release by turning the valve to venting carefully.

Once the float valve drops, open the lid and carefully lift the trivet out of the pot.

Drain the water from the pot.

Cut the cauliflower and serve immediately with salt and butter or drizzle with olive oil and pepper or lemon juice.

For a golden restaurant-style flavor, turn the Instant Pot to sauté and add butter or oil.

Place cut cauliflower directly into the pot and stir for a few minutes until golden on the edges.

If the cauliflower is too soft, reduce the cook time to 1 minute next time.

If too firm, pop the lid back on and let it sit for an extra minute or two on keep warm.

For flavor, add a bay leaf or a pinch of salt to the water before cooking.

For extra color, brush the top with melted butter and broil in the oven for 2 to 3 minutes.

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