My Quick Keto Lunch | Keto Mexican Rice

cauliflower

🥗Healthier: broccoli rice

💰Cheaper: shredded cabbage

Broccoli rice offers similar texture with fewer carbs.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats and a high smoke point.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Zucchini keeps the dish low-carb while adding moisture.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity with a similar flavor profile.

Grate cauliflower into rice-sized pieces using a food processor or box grater.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add diced bell pepper and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in grated cauliflower and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add diced tomato, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Serve warm as a side dish.

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