Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

This vibrant side dish transforms fresh cauliflower into a flavor-packed rice alternative. Sautéed with onion, garlic, and a touch of heat from jalapenos, it is finished with zesty lime and aromatic cilantro for a healthy, low-carb grain-free companion to your favorite vegan mains.

6 servings
sides
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil (1 tbsp) in a large skillet. Add the white onion (0.5 cup) and sauté for 5 minutes until they become soft and translucent.

  2. 2

    Add the garlic cloves (1 clove) and green jalapeno (1). Cook for 1 minute while stirring until the garlic is fragrant.

  3. 3

    Stir in the cauliflower rice (3 cup) until well mixed.

  4. 4

    Add vegetable stock (2 tbsp), fresh cilantro (0.25 cup), sea salt (0.5 tsp), and lime zest (0.5). Turn the heat to high and cook for 1 minute to draw out moisture.

  5. 5

    Lower the heat and stir in lime juice (1 tbsp) and the remaining fresh cilantro (0.25 cup). Taste and adjust salt before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

42
kcal
1
Protein (g)
5
Carbs (g)
2
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Fiber 2 g
Sugars 2 g

Micronutrients

iron
1mg
18% DV
sodium
223mg
58% DV
calcium
27mg
16% DV
potassium
297mg
38% DV
vitamin a
10mcg
7% DV
vitamin c
47mg
315% DV
vitamin k
24mcg
121% DV