Keto Koshari

Indulge in a low-carb twist on Egypt’s iconic comfort food with this flavorful Keto Koshari. This vibrant dish swaps traditional grains for tender cauliflower rice and zucchini noodles, creating a deliciously guilt-free alternative that’s perfect for keto enthusiasts and low-carb lifestyles. A hearty lentil-studded tomato sauce, infused with warm spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, ties it all together, while caramelized onions and fresh parsley bring a final flourish of flavor and texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this keto-friendly rendition boasts authentic tastes with a healthy makeover, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or flavorful meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cauliflower rice
• 2 cups Zucchini noodles
• 1 cup Brown lentils, cooked
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 14.5 oz can Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Remove half of the onions and set aside for garnish.

Step 2

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet with the onions. Stir in the garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Mix in the tomato paste and stir continuously for 2 minutes. Add the canned diced tomatoes along with the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Pour in the water, reduce the heat, and allow the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Meanwhile, in a separate pot, steam the cauliflower rice and zucchini noodles separately until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes each.

Step 6

Mix the cooked lentils into the tomato sauce and allow them to heat through, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

To assemble, evenly spoon the cauliflower rice into bowls. Top with zucchini noodles and a generous ladle of the lentil tomato sauce.

Step 8

Garnish with the reserved caramelized onions and fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1595.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1030.9

Total Fat 58.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 3072.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.3g	0%
Total Sugars 39.2g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 506.5mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3990.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.4%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 38.2%