Easy Healthy Garlic Cauliflower Rice is perfect as a side or as a meal in itself.
This tasty cauliflower recipe tastes like flavorful mix of garlic and herbs but, without the added starch.
Tasty and Easy Healthy Garlic Cauliflower Rice.
A perfect copycat version of actual garlic rice that is made healthier using cauliflower.
This alternative version of a rice can be served just as you would serve regular riche.
Did you dry my 20 Minute Tofu Stir Fry recipe?
That stir fried tofu recipe is another easy and vegan recipe that tastes good. Serve that tofu recipe with this cauliflower rice for a tasty vegan meal!
Use an extra course or sturdy grater to make grating cauliflower more easy. You can find a selection of graters here.
Frequently asked questions about Cauliflower Rice.
Cauliflower rice is not actually rice.
Instead, it is cauliflower that has been grated or cut to a size and shape that resembles actual rice.
Cauliflower rice can be used similarly to regular rice.
That is, you can usually serve cauliflower rice in place of regular rice in meals.
Traditional rice is actually the seed of a certain kind of grass. Rice is categorized as a starch and has few nutritional benefits.
Cauliflower rice on the other hand, is simply cauliflower and as a result, has the same nutritional benefits as cauliflower (depending on preparation). That is, cauliflower, as is , is a low carbohydrate low fat source of Vitamin C, Vitamin K and fiber.
Tips for making cauliflower rice.
Freshly grated cauliflower can be a bit soggy. I like to place mine on a stack of paper towels or clean dish towel for 20 minutes or so to help drain the water from the cauliflower.
Here are some more great tips for you.
- Make this recipe even more flavorful. You can roast the cauliflower first, add a bit of lime juice, or toss in some slivered almonds to up the flavor of this rice recipe!
- Using a food processor to grate the cauliflower is really an easy way to make the rice. You may find this easier to do however if you break the cauliflower into florets first.
- If you are in a bind for time, you can try using pre-grated cauliflower rice instead of grating your own. I suggest that you use rice that is thawed and has no added ingredients in it.
How to store leftover cauliflower rice.
This cauliflower rice should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. If properly stored, this cauliflower rice should keep for up to five days.
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About this simple Garlic Cauliflower Rice recipe.
This is simple yet, delicious vegan recipe that is an alternative to regular rice.
There are just five ingredients in addition to seasonings in this recipe.
To make this recipe you will need grated cauliflower that resembles rice.
You can easily grate your own cauliflower to make this or purchase already grated cauliflower.
To make this recipe we will first saute the garlic before adding the cauliflower and seasonings to the pan.
Ingredients needed to make garlic cauliflower rice.
- Cauliflower. The cauliflower should be grated and drained if needed.
- Garlic. The garlic should be minced or chopped.
- Olive Oil. While the flavor of olive oil is perfect for this recipe, you can use a similar oil such as vegetable oil.
- Shallots. Alternatively, you can use a green or yellow onion, adjusting as needed for flavor.
- Seasonings as desired. This can include Italian Seasonings, Mediterranean Diet Seasoning Blend, Greek Seasoning Blend, Salt, and/or Pepper.
- Lemon Juice. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is preferred.
How to make Easy Healthy Garlic Cauliflower Rice.
- If your cauliflower is not yet grated, do so by removing the stem and leaves before breaking down the head into florets. Place the florets in a food processor (batches may be needed) and pulse until you reach your desired consistency. Note that you may need to stop the processor as needed to scrape down the sides.
- Allow the cauliflower to sit on a stack of clean paper towels or kitchen towel. Meanwhile, heat a skillet with the olive oil on medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until the garlic becomes fragrant (about two minutes.)
- Add the shallots (or onions) to the skillet and saute for another minute or until softened.
- Now, stir in the riced cauliflower along with any seasonings (you can add additional seasonings later if needed). Cook the cauliflower until it turns golden brown (seven to eight minutes).
- Remove the cauliflower mixture from the heat and stir in the lemon juice along with any additional seasonings as desired.
- Enjoy!
Expert Tip👉 When sauteeing the ingredients, you can work in batches as needed if you do not have enough space in your skillet.
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Easy Healthy Garlic Cauliflower Rice, a delicious quick and simple vegan recipe that is perfect as a side or as a meal in itself.
Easy Healthy Garlic Cauliflower Rice,
Ingredients
- 1 Cauliflower
- 3 Garlic
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 Shallots
- 3 ½ tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 ½ tsp Seasonings
Instructions
- If your cauliflower is not yet grated, do so by removing the stem and leaves before breaking down the head into florets. Place the florets in a food processor (batches may be needed) and pulse until you reach your desired consistency. Note that you may need to stop the processor as needed to scrape down the sides.
- Allow the cauliflower to sit on a stack of clean paper towels or kitchen towel. Meanwhile, heat a skillet with the olive oil on medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until the garlic becomes fragrant (about two minutes.)
- Add the shallots (or onions) to the skillet and saute for another minute or until softened. Now, stir in the riced cauliflower along with any seasonings (you can add additional seasonings later if needed).
- Cook the cauliflower until it turns golden brown (seven to eight minutes). Remove the cauliflower mixture from the heat and stir in the lemon juice along with any additional seasonings as desired.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition
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