Paleo Turmeric Rice
Elevate your clean-eating game with this vibrant and flavorful Paleo Turmeric Rice! This quick and easy recipe swaps traditional grains for nutrient-packed cauliflower, pulsed into a fluffy rice-like texture. Infused with earthy turmeric, aromatic garlic, and warm spices like cumin and coriander, this side dish bursts with anti-inflammatory goodness and bold flavor. Sautéed in coconut oil and finished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice, it’s not only gluten-free and low-carb but also Whole30 and keto-friendly. Perfect as a healthy side or light main dish, this paleo cauliflower rice comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an effortless addition to your weeknight meals. Give your dinner table a golden glow with this wholesome recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 medium Yellow onion
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets and discard the core. Place the florets in a food processor and pulse until they resemble grains of rice. Avoid over-processing to prevent a mushy texture.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Dice the onion finely.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until it begins to turn translucent.
Add the minced garlic, turmeric powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Stir for about 1 minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.
Add the cauliflower rice to the pan and mix well, ensuring the cauliflower is evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Season the mixture with sea salt and black pepper. Stir and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower rice is tender but not overly soft.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a light main course. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of coconut flakes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1858 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1688 mg | 36% | |
*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.
