Low Carb Mediterranean Rice

Transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean with this vibrant and healthy **Low Carb Mediterranean Rice** recipe. Featuring tender cauliflower "rice" as a nutrient-packed, low-carb base, this dish bursts with flavor from fresh garlic, sweet red bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy kalamata olives. Baby spinach adds a dose of leafy green goodness, while crumbly feta cheese and fragrant parsley create a perfect balance of creamy and herby notes. Finished with a bright pop of zesty lemon, this quick 30-minute recipe is a wholesome, gluten-free alternative to traditional rice dishes. Perfect as a side dish, meal prep option, or light vegetarian main, this Mediterranean-inspired delight will leave you feeling satisfied without the carbs!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 small, diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup, pitted and sliced kalamata olives
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 zested and juiced lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the leaves and the stem from the cauliflower, and cut it into florets.

Step 2

Place the cauliflower florets into a food processor, and pulse until they resemble rice grains. Be careful not to over-process.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 6

Stir in the cauliflower rice, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender.

Step 7

Add cherry tomatoes, sliced kalamata olives, and baby spinach to the skillet, and cook for another 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

Step 9

Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste, mixing well to combine all ingredients.

Step 10

Serve warm as a low-carb alternative to traditional rice or as a Mediterranean-inspired side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1060.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	978.0

Total Fat 76.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 4214.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 25.1g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 719.9mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 2258.0mg	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: 67.7%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 22.5%