Whole30 Flavorful Rice and Vegetable Mix
Transform your mealtime with this vibrant Whole30 Flavorful Rice and Vegetable Mix! This wholesome dish replaces traditional rice with nutrient-packed cauliflower rice, creating a low-carb, gluten-free, and Paleo-friendly option that's bursting with color and flavor. A medley of sautéed vegetables—like zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot—is seasoned with warm spices like turmeric, cumin, and a hint of cayenne, giving it a fragrant, slightly spicy kick. Finished with a refreshing squeeze of lemon juice and fresh cilantro, this recipe is the perfect balance of zesty and savory. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a nutritious side or a satisfying main course, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Perfectly aligned with Whole30 guidelines, it’s a flavorful way to nourish your body without sacrificing taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 large, peeled and grated carrot
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 medium, juiced lemon
Instructions
Break the cauliflower into florets and use a grater or food processor to rice it into small, rice-sized pieces.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and grated carrot, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.
Add the zucchini and garlic to the skillet, and cook for another 2 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Stir in the riced cauliflower and mix well with the other vegetables.
Season with ground turmeric, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Continue to cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until the cauliflower is tender, but not mushy.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and fresh lemon juice.
Serve hot as a flavorful side dish or a main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3788 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.7 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2628 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.
