Whole30 Simple Cauliflower Rice
Elevate your mealtime with this Whole30 Simple Cauliflower Rice—a light, flavorful, and nutrient-packed side dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! Perfect for keto, paleo, and gluten-free diets, this recipe transforms a large head of cauliflower into fluffy, rice-like grains using a simple food processor technique. Sautéed with olive oil and garlic for a rich, aromatic base, the dish is finished with a zesty touch of fresh parsley and lemon juice for a burst of brightness. Seasoned simply with salt and freshly ground black pepper, it’s a versatile companion to just about any protein or can stand alone as a satisfying low-carb option. Quick to prepare, deliciously customizable, and ideal for meal prep, this Whole30 cauliflower rice is a kitchen essential you'll keep coming back to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cauliflower head
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Start by removing the leaves and the core from the cauliflower head. Cut the cauliflower into smaller florets.
Place the cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse in batches until the pieces resemble the size and texture of rice. Be careful not to over-process.
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, sautéing until they are fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic and oil.
Cook the cauliflower rice, stirring frequently, for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the rice is tender but not mushy.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
Serve the cauliflower rice as a side dish or use it as a base for meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1271 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1813 mg | 39% | |
*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.
