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How to Make Cauliflower Rice

This is a tutorial for how to make cauliflower rice with a couple easy steps using a food processor - a great substitute for dishes with rice

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 129 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Remove leaves from cauliflower, reserving the tender leaves for another use. Rinse, dry, and cut into smaller pieces to fit in a food processor.
  2. Prepare a food processor with the grating blade, add the cauliflower into the bowl of the processor. Pulse until the cauliflower is grated and looks like rice or couscous, being careful not to over-pulse.
  3. Place a pan large enough to hold the cauliflower on the stove on medium-high heat.
  4. Add olive oil, and once you see the oil shimmer, add the grated cauliflower and sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cover, cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Remove lid, season with salt and any other seasoning, and serve.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Because it's a vegetable, it doesn't last as long as regular rice would.
  • Freezing Instructions: You can freeze the uncooked shredded cauliflower for up to six months. The cooked cauliflower rice will lose its texture with freezing and defrosting. Defrost and cook or use as desired. 
  • * Please note the nutrition label does not include any toppings.
  • Photo Credit: Erin Jensen

Nutrition Information

Calories 129kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 334mg (14%) Potassium 430mg (12%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin C 69mg (77%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 129

% Daily Value*

Calories 129kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 334mg 14%
Potassium 430mg 9%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin C 69mg 77%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

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