Description
10 Minute Healthy Cauliflower Rice is a delightful and nutritious dish that transforms fresh cauliflower into a fluffy rice substitute in just 10 minutes. Sautéed with aromatic garlic and drizzled with olive oil, this versatile recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or as a base for your favorite meals. It’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a family favorite that even the pickiest eaters will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of fresh cauliflower
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup peas or carrots, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Wash the cauliflower under cold water, removing leaves and core to retain only the florets.
- Grate or pulse the florets in a food processor until they resemble rice grains.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the grated cauliflower to the skillet and stir well to coat with oil and garlic.
- Season with salt and pepper, cooking for 5–7 minutes until tender but not mushy, stirring frequently.
- Serve hot as a side dish or customize by mixing in your choice of veggies or protein.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg