Whole30 Jollof Rice

Reimagine a comforting African classic with this flavorful Whole30 Jollof Rice! This vibrant, grain-free twist features cauliflower rice infused with a rich, tomato-forward sauce made from coconut oil, fresh aromatics like ginger and garlic, and a medley of bold spices including curry powder and smoked paprika. Loaded with nutrient-rich veggies like green beans, carrots, and red bell peppers, this healthy, Whole30-approved dish is a satisfying one-pan meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Ready in just over an hour and brimming with hearty, smoky goodness, this recipe brings all the warmth of traditional Jollof Rice while staying completely paleo and gluten-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 heads Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 whole Large onion
• 3 whole Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Fresh ginger
• 2 whole Red bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 14-ounce can Diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 whole Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Curry powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Green beans
• 2 whole Carrots

Directions

Step 1

First, cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it reaches a rice-like consistency.

Step 2

Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.

Step 4

Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 3-5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

Step 5

Chop the red bell peppers and add them to the skillet, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, bay leaves, curry powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.

Step 8

Allow the sauce to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Meanwhile, trim and chop the green beans and slice the carrots.

Step 10

Add the cauliflower rice, green beans, and carrots into the sauce mixture and stir to combine.

Step 11

Cover the skillet and cook for another 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 12

Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 13

Serve the Whole30 Jollof Rice warm and enjoy your flavorful, Whole30-approved meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2578.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	934.4

Total Fat 34.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4995.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.8g	0%
Total Sugars 64.6g
Protein 40.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 618.2mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 6621.8mg	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: 29.8%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 54.4%