Side

Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

Warm, nutty cauliflower rice sizzles gently in olive oil with garlic until tender and fragrant, then gets tossed with toasted almonds, bright herbs, and zesty lemon for a fresh, lively bite.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Cauliflower Rice Pilaf
Total
25 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Serves
6

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
114
Protein
3g
Carbs
7g
Fat
9g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
2g
Sodium
227mg

Ingredients

  • 6 cup cauliflower florets (about 1 head)
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, cilantro and/or basil
  • 2 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Pulse cauliflower florets 2 cups at a time in a food processor until chopped into rice-size pieces.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the cauliflower rice, sprinkle with salt and cook, stirring, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in almonds, herbs and lemon zest.