How to Make Basic Cauliflower Rice Recipe - ONLY 5g carbs - Keto, Low Carb, Paleo, Vegan

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Edamame provides more protein.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: basil

Parsley is a common herb with a milder flavor.

Remove leaves and stem from cauliflower and cut into florets

Pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until they resemble rice grains

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

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

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

Add riced cauliflower to the skillet and stir to combine

Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika

Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is tender

Add diced carrot, peas, and bell pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro

Garnish with sliced green onion before serving

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