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Healthy Garlic Lemon Cauliflower Rice

A light, low-carb alternative to traditional rice, rich in fiber and quick to prepare with the aromatic flavors of garlic and olive oil.

18 min 4 servings 85 cal/serving Easy 8 views
Healthy Garlic Lemon Cauliflower Rice

Instructions

  1. Prep and Drying
    Wash the cauliflower florets thoroughly, then dry them completely using paper towels to ensure there is no excess moisture. · 2 min
  2. Ricing the Cauliflower
    Place the cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse intermittently until they reach rice-grain size, taking care not to over-process. · 1 min
  3. Sautéing the Aromatics
    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds. · 3 min
  4. Cooking the Cauliflower Rice
    Add the riced cauliflower along with the salt and black pepper, stirring constantly over medium-high heat without covering the skillet for 5 minutes until tender yet firm to the bite. · 5 min
  5. Finishing and Serving
    Remove the skillet from the heat, add the lemon juice and chopped parsley, toss well, and transfer to a serving dish. · 1 min

Nutrition / serving

85
cal
3.1
protein g
7.5
carbs g
5.2
fat g

Chef's tips

The key secret to achieving fluffy, non-soggy cauliflower rice is thoroughly drying the florets before grating and never covering the pan during cooking so moisture evaporates rapidly.