Paleo Rice with Tomato Sauce

Satisfy your cravings for comfort food with this wholesome and flavorful Paleo Rice with Tomato Sauce! This grain-free recipe swaps traditional rice for tender, low-carb cauliflower rice, delivering all the satisfaction with none of the guilt. Simmered to perfection, the rich tomato sauce is infused with garlic, onion, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano and basil, creating a savory topping that pairs beautifully with the light, nutty flavor of cauliflower. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy paleo recipe is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and brightness, and enjoy a healthy, gluten-free, and dairy-free twist on a classic dish! Perfect for those following a paleo or low-carb diet, this dish celebrates simple, wholesome ingredients with big, bold flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 14 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the cauliflower rice. Remove the leaves and core the cauliflower, then cut it into florets.

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets until they resemble the size and texture of rice grains. Set aside.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the onion.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 7

Allow the tomato mixture to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

In another large skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 9

Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.

Step 10

Once the cauliflower rice is cooked, remove it from heat and divide among serving bowls.

Step 11

Top each serving of cauliflower rice with the tomato sauce.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1248.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	731.1

Total Fat 45.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3764.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 21.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332.0mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 3899.0mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 39.5%