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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower “Rice” is inspired by my Cilantro Lime Rice recipe, only made low-carb with riced cauliflower!

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower "Rice" is inspired by my Cilantro Lime Rice recipe, only made low-carb with riced cauliflower!

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Riced cauliflower makes a fantastic low-carb, stand in for rice when you need a little carb detox. You might be familiar with my Cauliflower Fried Rice, this veggie rice has more of a Latin flair to serve with Latin Recipes Burrito Bowls, Carne Bistec, Chicken Enchiladas and more!

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower "Rice" is inspired by my Cilantro Lime Rice recipe, only made low-carb with riced cauliflower!

You can season this any way you wish – here I brightened it up with lime and cilantro and served it with a broiled pork loin. It has a couscous-like texture, and is perfect with chicken, pork chops, steak or anything you would normally serve with rice.

Does it taste like cauliflower? Yes, it does so if you’re not a cauliflower fan (I love it!) this may not be for you. But if you’re a fan like me, you’ll love this side dish! Cauliflower “rice” is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your meal and bonus, a lot less carbs.

How To Rice Cauliflower

Although you can find cauliflower rice frozen or in the produce department, I think it tastes best when you rice ir yourself just before cooking. To do this you’ll need a food processor or box grater.

  1. Coarsely chop cauliflower into florets
  2. Then place half of the cauliflower in a food processor. You’ll want to do this in small batches so you don’t over process it.
  3. Pulse until the cauliflower is small and has the texture of rice or couscous , don’t over process or it will get mushy.

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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower "Rice" is inspired by my Cilantro Lime Rice recipe, only made low-carb with riced cauliflower!

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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower "Rice"

4.74 from 15 votes
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Cals:61
Protein:2.5
Carbs:8
Fat:3
Grated cauliflower makes a fantastic low-carb, grain-free stand in for rice when you need a little carb detox. You can season this any way you wish – here I brightened it up with lime and cilantro and served it with a broiled pork loin. It has a couscous-like texture, and is perfect with chicken, pork chops, steak or anything you would normally serve with rice.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Cilantro Lime Cauliflower "Rice" is inspired by my Cilantro Lime Rice recipe, only made low-carb with riced cauliflower!
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Yield: 5 servings
Serving Size: 1 cup

Ingredients

  • 1 medium head, about 24 oz cauliflower, rinsed
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 scallions, diced
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1-1/2 limes
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • Remove the core and let the cauliflower dry completely.
  • Coarsely chop into florets, then place half of the cauliflower in a food processor and pulse until the cauliflower is small and has the texture of rice or couscous – don't over process or it will get mushy.
  • Set aside and repeat with the remaining cauliflower.
  • Heat a large saute pan over medium heat, add olive oil, scallions and garlic and sauté about 3 to 4 minutes, or until soft.
  • Raise the heat to medium-high.
  • Add the cauliflower "rice" to the saute pan. Cover and cook approximately 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower is slightly crispy on the outside but tender on the inside. with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat and place in a medium bowl; toss with fresh cilantro and lime juice to taste.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 cup, Calories: 61 kcal, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Protein: 2.5 g, Fat: 3 g, Sodium: 37 mg, Fiber: 3 g

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