Paleo Savory Rice with Meat and Vegetables
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful Paleo Savory Rice with Meat and Vegetables! Loaded with nutrient-packed ingredients, this dish swaps traditional rice for cauliflower rice, making it a low-carb, grain-free option perfect for those following a paleo lifestyle. Tender ground beef or chicken pairs beautifully with the vibrant mix of carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli, all infused with the warm, smoky flavors of cumin and paprika. Coconut aminos add a slightly sweet, umami depth, while fresh cilantro and green onions give it a bright, finishing touch. Ready in just under an hour, this hearty, one-pan meal is not only wholesome and satisfying but also an easy, family-friendly recipe that’s perfect for meal prep or a quick, nourishing dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 500 grams ground beef or chicken
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 large, diced carrot
- 1 medium, diced bell pepper
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Begin by preparing the cauliflower rice. Cut the cauliflower into small florets and pulse in a food processor until it reaches a rice-like consistency. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Add the ground beef or chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Once cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Add the diced carrot, bell pepper, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Return the cooked meat to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the cauliflower rice, stirring to combine all ingredients well.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Stir to evenly coat the vegetables and meat with the spices.
Pour in the coconut aminos and mix well. Cover and let cook for 5 more minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the cauliflower to soften.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Once cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat.
Sprinkle the sliced green onions and chopped cilantro over the top of the dish before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Paleo Savory Rice with Meat and Vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.6 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.4 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 4581 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.7 g | ||
| Protein | 109.9 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 4725 mg | 101% | |
*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.
