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Cauliflower Rice

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Cauliflower rice is a light; versatile side dish made from finely chopped cauliflower sautéed until tender for everyday vegetable-forward meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Cooking Instructions Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • Garlic minced
  • Onion or scallions
  • Fresh herbs parsley, cilantro
  • Lemon juice

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Prepare the Cauliflower
  2. Remove leaves and core.
  3. Cut cauliflower into florets.
  4. Pulse florets in a food processor until rice-sized pieces form.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add cauliflower rice and a pinch of salt.
  7. Cook 5-8 minutes, stirring often, until tender but not mushy.
  8. Season with black pepper and any optional add-ins.
  9. Serve warm.

Notes

No food processor: grate cauliflower using a box grater
Extra flavor: sauté garlic or onion first
Grow-it-yourself: cauliflower thrives in cool seasons
Serve with: stir-fries, stews, roasted vegetables, or curries

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