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Spanish Cauliflower Rice

spanish cauliflower rice.
Spanish cauliflower rice is a flavorful mix of vegetables and spices that will give you all the goodness of the classic but is gluten-free, keto, grain-free, vegan, and low-carb. A healthy side dish that you can make in less than 20 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, about 3 ½ cups grated
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup yellow onion, diced
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/4-1/2 cup vegetable stock
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the cauliflower. Halve the cauliflower, then quarter it, removing and discarding the stem. Chop the cauliflower head into 1-2 inch chunks and pulse in a food processor or grate it.
    1 head cauliflower
  • Cook the rice. In a skillet, over medium heat add oil and saute onion until translucent. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds more. Add spices, tomato paste, broth, and cauliflower rice. Give it a good stir and saute until rice is warmed through.
    1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, ½ cup yellow onion, 2 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon ground paprika, 3 tablespoon tomato paste, 1/4-1/2 cup vegetable stock, ½ teaspoon kosher salt or more to taste
  • Serve! Drizzle with lime juice and serve with fresh cilantro or other herbs.
    1/2 lime, Cilantro for garnish

Notes

  • To Store. Allow the Spanish cauliflower rice to cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container. Consume within 3 to 4 days after storing for best results! If you are making this as part of your weekly meal prep, place the portions in smaller containers so you can reheat only what is needed. We do not recommend freezing because its texture may change upon thawing resulting in a mushy rice. 
  • To Reheat. When reheating, you can use the microwave, stovetop, or oven. Reheat until the rice is warmed through and you can add a bit of liquid if it becomes too dry.