Low Carb Rice with Carrots and Peas
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and healthy *Low Carb Rice with Carrots and Peas*! This vibrant dish swaps traditional rice for cauliflower rice, creating a light and nutritious base that's perfect for low-carb or keto lifestyles. Packed with tender carrots, sweet peas, and a savory kick from garlic, onion, and soy sauce, every bite is bursting with freshness and umami flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy one-skillet recipe that's perfect as a side dish or a standalone vegetarian meal. Plus, it's gluten-free and filled with wholesome ingredients, making it a satisfying choice for health-conscious eaters.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 1 cup Carrots
- 0.75 cup Frozen Peas
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 medium Onion
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Directions
Step 1
Remove the outer leaves and core of the cauliflower head, then cut it into large florets.
Step 2
Place the cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse until they resemble rice or couscous. Work in batches if necessary.
Step 3
Peel and dice the carrots into small cubes. Mince the garlic cloves and chop half of the onion into small pieces.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.
Step 6
Add the diced carrots to the skillet and cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
Step 7
Stir in the cauliflower rice and continue to cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the cauliflower to become tender.
Step 8
Add the frozen peas to the skillet and stir them in. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the peas are heated through.
Step 9
Drizzle the soy sauce over the mixture, then season with salt and black pepper. Stir everything well to combine.
Step 10
Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
Step 11
Serve hot and enjoy this nutritious and low-carb alternative to traditional rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (834.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 576.7 |
| Total Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3108.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.2g | |
| Protein 20.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 212.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2345.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories