Low Carb Arroz con Mariscos

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Low Carb Arroz con Mariscos, a delightful twist on the classic Spanish-Latin seafood rice dish. This keto-friendly version swaps traditional rice for cauliflower rice, creating a lighter yet equally flavorful experience. Bursting with the briny goodness of shrimp, mussels, and tender squid, it’s simmered in a fragrant blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and fresh lime juice for a bold, zesty kick. A rich tomato and vegetable broth base infuses every bite, while vibrant red bell pepper and onion enhance its savory profile. Topped with fresh cilantro and served with optional lime wedges, this dish is an irresistible feast for seafood lovers looking for a healthy, low-carb alternative. Ready in under an hour, it's perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a guilt-free gourmet meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 8 ounces, peeled and deveined shrimp
• 8 ounces, cleaned mussels
• 4 ounces squid rings
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 for serving, optional lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper to the pan, cooking until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste to the pan and stir it into the vegetables until evenly mixed.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the shrimp, mussels, and squid rings to the pan. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shellfish have opened and the seafood is cooked through. Discard any mussels that do not open.

Step 7

Remove the cooked seafood from the pan and set aside, leaving the broth mixture in the pan.

Step 8

Stir in the cauliflower rice, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper into the pan. Cook the cauliflower rice until it is tender and has absorbed the flavors, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Return the seafood to the pan, stirring gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 10

Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the dish and serve immediately, with optional lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1653.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1347.3

Total Fat 55.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 661.0mg	0%
Sodium 5066.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 110.9g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 511.2mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 3928.1mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 30.8%