Paleo Herbed Rice with Broccoli

Savor the wholesome flavors of Paleo Herbed Rice with Broccoli, a nutritious and low-carb alternative to traditional rice dishes. This vibrant recipe transforms cauliflower into fluffy “rice” and pairs it with tender blanched broccoli, fresh parsley, thyme, and rosemary for an herbaceous twist. A touch of lemon zest brightens the dish, while toasted sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch. Prepared in just 30 minutes, this paleo-friendly recipe is perfect as a healthy side dish or a light main course. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with fresh, earthy flavors, this dish is a must-try for anyone seeking a quick, nutritious meal option.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large, minced garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the cauliflower 'rice'. Cut the cauliflower into florets and use a food processor to pulse them into small, rice-sized pieces. Be careful not to overprocess; you want the pieces to resemble couscous.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the broccoli florets for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the processed cauliflower to the skillet. Stir to incorporate the garlic, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower begins to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the blanched broccoli florets, fresh parsley, thyme, and rosemary. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the broccoli is heated through and the herbs are fragrant.

Step 6

Season the rice with sea salt and black pepper. Add the lemon zest for a bright, fresh flavor.

Step 7

Just before serving, toast the sliced almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat until lightly browned and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish the herbed cauliflower rice with toasted almonds. Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(717.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	646.1

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1913.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 21.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.3mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2356.4mg	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: 60.6%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 26.9%