Whole30 Cilantro Rice
Light, flavorful, and completely Whole30 compliant, this Cilantro Rice recipe is a game-changer for healthy eating! Made with freshly riced cauliflower, zesty lime, and vibrant cilantro, this low-carb, paleo-friendly dish is the perfect substitute for traditional rice. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a versatile side that pairs beautifully with your favorite proteins or vegetable-based meals. The recipe begins with pulsing cauliflower florets into rice-like pieces, then sautéing them with fragrant garlic, a touch of olive oil, and a hint of seasoning. A final flourish of lime and cilantro gives this dish its signature fresh and tangy flavor, making it an irresistible addition to your Whole30 meal plan. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners, this healthy spin on cilantro rice is sure to delight! Keywords: Whole30 cilantro rice, cauliflower rice recipe, paleo side dish, low-carb rice alternative, healthy cilantro rice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
Instructions
Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Cut the cauliflower into small florets.
In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets in batches until they resemble the texture of rice; this is your cauliflower rice.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet, stirring to combine with the garlic and oil.
Season with salt and ground black pepper and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
While the cauliflower rice is cooking, zest and juice the lime. Roughly chop the cilantro.
Once the cauliflower rice is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lime zest, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the Whole30 Cilantro Rice warm as a side dish or as a base for a Whole30 compliant meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2403 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2642 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.
