Cauliflower Rice
Cauliflower rice is a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional grains that will elevate your meals without sacrificing flavor. With its fluffy texture and mild nuttiness, this versatile dish can blend seamlessly into a variety of cuisines while keeping your meals light and healthy. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it’s easy to make and delightful to enjoy as a base or side dish. Let’s dive into this simple yet flavorful recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Various
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 600g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep the Cauliflower: Remove leaves from the cauliflower head, cut it into quarters, and chop off the thick stem. Rinse under cold water.
- Rice It Up: In a food processor, pulse the florets until they resemble rice grains—be careful not to over-process.
- Sauté: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add riced cauliflower and cook for 5–7 minutes until tender but still slightly crunchy, stirring occasionally.
- Season: Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice, tossing in chopped herbs just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg