Whole30 Savory Rice with Meat and Vegetables

Transform your dinner routine with this Whole30 Savory Rice with Meat and Vegetables, a nutrient-packed, flavor-filled meal that’s both wholesome and satisfying. This recipe swaps traditional rice for cauliflower rice, creating a low-carb, grain-free dish that’s perfect for Whole30, paleo, or clean eating lifestyles. Lean ground beef (or turkey), sautéed with aromatic garlic, onions, and vibrant bell peppers, brings a hearty and savory depth, while the addition of coconut aminos gives it a subtly sweet, umami-rich finish. Loaded with chopped carrots and garnished with fresh parsley and green onions, this colorful meal comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight go-to. Serve it piping hot for a gluten-free, dairy-free recipe packed with bold flavors and a boost of veggies!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef (or turkey)
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 1 medium, chopped bell pepper
• 2 large, diced carrot
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 2 sliced for garnish green onions
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Chop it into smaller pieces and place them into a food processor. Pulse until you achieve a rice-like consistency. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Once cooked, remove the meat from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the cooked meat to the skillet and stir in with the vegetables. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cauliflower rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Add the coconut aminos and continue to cook, stirring often, for 5-7 more minutes, until the cauliflower rice is tender and has absorbed the flavors.

Step 8

Once done, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy this nutritious Whole30 compliant meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1784.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1451.0

Total Fat 67.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 4832.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 40.6g
Protein 121.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 372.5mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 4781.0mg	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: 41.9%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 24.7%