Keto Cilantro Lime Rice
Transform your favorite side dish into a guilt-free, low-carb delight with Keto Cilantro Lime Rice! This vibrant recipe swaps traditional grains for nutrient-packed cauliflower, pulsed into a light, fluffy texture that mimics rice. Infused with fresh lime zest and juice, aromatic garlic, and a generous handful of chopped cilantro, each bite bursts with tangy, citrusy flavor and refreshing herbal notes. Cooked in olive oil for a subtly rich finish, this quick 25-minute dish is the perfect keto-friendly accompaniment to tacos, grilled proteins, or stir-fry meals. It's a healthy, versatile option that's gluten-free, keto-approved, and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 large Lime
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
Carefully cut the cauliflower into quarters, remove the core and leaves, and break it into florets.
Using a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets in batches until it achieves a rice-like texture.
Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
Finely chop the cilantro leaves and set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring it does not burn.
Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower is tender and slightly golden.
While the cauliflower is cooking, zest and juice the lime.
Once the cauliflower is cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the lime zest, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
Season the cauliflower rice with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
Serve immediately as a warm side dish or a base for your favorite keto meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2403 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.0 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2636 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
