Cauliflower Rice Recipe

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5

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    41 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Cauliflower Rice Recipe

Cauliflower Rice Recipe transforms cauliflower into a rice-like grain by pulsing it in a food processor, then gently cooking it in olive oil with salt and pepper. The result is a light, fluffy vegetable 'rice' that cooks quickly and can be used as a low-carb side or base for various dishes.

Description

This recipe creates a simple cauliflower rice by breaking down large cauliflower chunks into small, rice-sized pieces using a food processor. Cooking the cauliflower rice over medium heat with olive oil and seasoning softens it while maintaining a slight bite. Covering the skillet during cooking helps steam the cauliflower gently, making it tender without becoming mushy. Fluffing with a fork after cooking separates the grains for a pleasing texture.

Cauliflower rice serves as a versatile substitute for traditional rice, suitable for pairing with stews, sauces, or as a base for bowls. It provides a vegetable-forward alternative that cooks quickly and can be seasoned to taste.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 lg cauliflower cut into lg chunks
  • 2 TB extra virgin olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place cauliflower chunks in a food processor and pulse until broken down into rice-size pieces. 
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add cauliflower 'rice', salt, and pepper. Cover skillet and cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove lid and fluff 'rice' with a fork.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 41kcal (2%) Fat 4g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 41 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 41kcal 2%
Fat 4g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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