Keto Vegetable Pilau

Discover the ultimate low-carb comfort food with our Keto Vegetable Pilau—a fragrant and colorful dish brimming with bold spices and fresh veggies! This recipe swaps traditional rice for nutrient-packed cauliflower rice, making it a keto-friendly twist on a classic pilaf. Infused with aromatic cumin seeds, garam masala, and turmeric, the medley of sautéed bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and a touch of coconut cream creates a rich, satisfying flavor profile. Perfect for meal preps or weeknight dinners, this quick and easy one-pan recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and is guaranteed to delight your taste buds without compromising your diet. Garnish with fresh cilantro for the perfect finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 tablespoon, minced Ginger
• 1 finely chopped (optional) Green chili
• 1 medium, diced Tomato
• 1 medium, diced Bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced Zucchini
• 1 cup, sliced Mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Coconut cream
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cauliflower into florets and process them in a food processor until it resembles rice grains. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chili (if using). Cook for 1 minute until aromatic.

Step 6

Stir in the diced tomato and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 7

Add turmeric powder, ground coriander, garam masala, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the vegetables in the spices.

Step 8

Add the diced bell pepper, zucchini, and sliced mushrooms. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still retain some crunch.

Step 9

Fold in the cauliflower rice and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender and heated through.

Step 10

Stir in the coconut cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt or pepper.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1311.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	858.8

Total Fat 43.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6357.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 63.2g
Protein 23.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.8mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 3574.8mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 46.3%