Low Carb Cilantro Rice
Elevate your low-carb meals with this vibrant and flavorful Low Carb Cilantro Rice! Made from freshly riced cauliflower, this recipe is a light and healthy alternative to traditional rice, perfect for keto and gluten-free diets. Sautéed with fragrant garlic, brightened with zesty lime juice, and finished with a generous handful of fresh cilantro, this dish is bursting with fresh, tangy, and herbaceous flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s quick, easy, and versatile—ideal as a side dish for grilled meats, tacos, or stir-fries. Packed with wholesome ingredients and no unnecessary carbs, this cauliflower cilantro rice is your new go-to for guilt-free comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 1 large Cauliflower head
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 medium Garlic cloves
- 1 large Lime
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower head. Cut it into large florets.
Step 2
Using a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets until they reach a rice-like consistency. Be careful not to over-process.
Step 3
Finely chop the garlic cloves. Set aside.
Step 4
Zest and juice the lime. Reserve both the zest and juice.
Step 5
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 6
Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
Step 7
Add the processed cauliflower to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the garlic and oil.
Step 8
Cook the cauliflower rice for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly golden.
Step 9
Add the lime zest, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the cooked cauliflower. Stir to incorporate evenly.
Step 10
Roughly chop the cilantro and add it to the cauliflower rice. Mix well.
Step 11
Serve the cilantro rice immediately as a side dish or a component of your main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (968.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 502.9 |
| Total Fat 30.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1271.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.2g | |
| Protein 18.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 218.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1845.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories