This Salisbury Steak & Mashed Cauliflower is the ultimate single-serving comfort meal. A juicy beef patty, enriched with sautéed onions and mushrooms, rests atop creamy mashed cauliflower and is smothered in savory onion-mushroom gravy. Garnished with a dash of parsley, it’s a cozy, hearty meal that feels indulgent but fits right into a balanced lifestyle.
Instructions
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Sauté the Onions and Mushrooms:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and mushrooms, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and divide the mixture in half. Set one half aside for the gravy and the other half for the ground beef mixture.
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Prepare the Salisbury Steak:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with half of the sautéed onion and mushroom mixture. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then mix gently until combined. Shape the mixture into a single oval patty.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with half of the sautéed onion and mushroom mixture. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then mix gently until combined. Shape the mixture into a single oval patty.
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Cook the Steak:
- Heat the skillet over medium heat (using the same skillet, no need to add more oil). Place the patty in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the patty from the skillet and set aside.
- Heat the skillet over medium heat (using the same skillet, no need to add more oil). Place the patty in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the patty from the skillet and set aside.
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Make the Gravy:
- In the same skillet, add the low-fat gravy and the reserved onion-mushroom mixture. Stir well to combine, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- In the same skillet, add the low-fat gravy and the reserved onion-mushroom mixture. Stir well to combine, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Prepare the Mashed Cauliflower:
- While the gravy simmers, steam the chopped cauliflower until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Transfer the steamed cauliflower to a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Assemble the Dish:
- Place the mashed cauliflower in the center of a plate and gently lay the Salisbury steak on top. Spoon the onion-mushroom gravy generously over the steak and cauliflower.
- Place the mashed cauliflower in the center of a plate and gently lay the Salisbury steak on top. Spoon the onion-mushroom gravy generously over the steak and cauliflower.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Finish with a sprinkle of parsley for a touch of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy your hearty, comforting meal!
- Finish with a sprinkle of parsley for a touch of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy your hearty, comforting meal!
Ingredients & Calorie Count
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1/2 lb 85/15 ground beef 490 cal
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2.5 cups chopped cauliflower 75 cal
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1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 10 cal
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1/2 onion diced 25 cal
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1 tbsp Olive Oil 120 cal
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3/4 cup low fat gravy 100 cal
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Salt & Pepper to taste 0 cal
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TOTAL 820 cal