Description
Coconut Cauliflower Rice is a delightful and nutritious twist on traditional rice, combining tender cauliflower with creamy coconut milk for a tropical flavor explosion. This vibrant dish offers the perfect balance of sweetness and richness, making it an ideal side or base for your favorite proteins. Easy to prepare and customize, Coconut Cauliflower Rice will transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise while fitting seamlessly into any meal plan. Enjoy this guilt-free treat that’s both satisfying and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Remove leaves and stem from the cauliflower, then chop into florets.
- In a food processor, pulse cauliflower florets until they resemble rice. Be careful not to over-process.
- Heat half a cup of coconut milk in a large skillet over medium heat. Add riced cauliflower and stir frequently.
- Season with salt and pepper; simmer for about five minutes until tender.
- Pour in the remaining coconut milk, stirring until creamy and warmed through.
- Remove from heat and mix in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg