Are you looking for a healthy and flavorful way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet? If so, garlic and herb cauliflower rice might be the perfect dish for you. This easy-to-make recipe is not only packed with nutrients, but it also tastes delicious. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover cauliflower.
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GARLIC AND HERB CAULIFLOWER RICE
Steps:
- Cut the cauliflower into large florets. Transfer to a food processor, in batches if necessary, and pulse until the cauliflower resembles rice. Pour into a medium bowl. You should have 3 1/2 to 4 cups of cauliflower rice.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the ghee and garlic; cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Next, add the cauliflower rice. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes. Once the cauliflower rice has softened and is lightly golden, remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the 3 tablespoons dill, 2 tablespoons chives, and 1 tablespoon parsley. Taste and add more salt and pepper, if desired.
- To serve, scoop the cauliflower rice into a shallow bowl and garnish with more herbs and black pepper.
GARLIC HERB CAULIFLOWER RICE
Cauliflower rice is a versatile and healthy side dish. For the best tasting riced cauliflower, it needs help from other flavors. In this herby version, we kick up the flavor with butter, lots of fresh herbs, fresh lemon juice, and garlic. For some extra crunch and texture, I love stirring in some roasted sliced almonds. You can leave these out or substitute other nuts.
Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield Makes 8 (1/2 cup) servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- To turn a head of cauliflower into rice, there are two options. Use a food processor or use a box grater.
- If using a food processor, cut the head of cauliflower into medium chunks and remove the core. Working in batches, add the cauliflower to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until the cauliflower is broken down into very small bits that resemble rice (see photo above).
- If using a box grater, cut the head of cauliflower into quarters and remove the core. Use the medium-sized holes to grate each quarter into small bits resembling rice.
- Optional step, for the best cauliflower rice, before cooking, transfer the riced cauliflower to a clean dish towel and press to remove excess moisture.
- Add the almonds to a large skillet over medium heat. Stir the almonds around the pan until they are fragrant and lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Keep a close eye on the nuts since they do toast quickly. Transfer the toasted almonds to a bowl and save for later.
- Return the skillet to the heat and add the butter. When the butter is melted and bubbling, stir in the garlic. Cook the garlic, stirring it around the pan, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the cauliflower rice, salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, stirring every once and a while, until the cauliflower rice is crisp-tender and starts to turn light brown in places, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Take the skillet off of the heat, and then stir in the fresh herbs, lemon juice, and toasted almonds. Taste then adjust with additional salt, pepper or lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/2 cup, Calories 94, Fat 6.5g, SaturatedFat 2.3g, Cholesterol 8.3g, Sodium 222.7mg, Carbohydrate 8g, Fiber 2.9g, Sugar 1.8g, Protein 3.4g
HERB AND GARLIC CAULIFLOWER RICE RECIPE
This cauliflower rice is packed with flavor, but won't weigh you down!
Provided by LCI Team
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grate cauliflower in a box grater or in a food processor. Chop out the harder steams and the leaves. Set cauliflower rice aside.
- Chop garlic cloves into small pieces. Heat a big skillet with a tablespoon of olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Then chop the shallots and separate the whites from the green part. Add white parts to the skillet.
- Add cauliflower rice and stir continuously for 5 minutes or until cauliflower starts to reduce. Add the green part of the shallots and stir for one more minute. By the end, the cauliflower will turn yellow and tender.
- Add herbs, ground pepper, and salt.
- Serve immediately with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 36 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 135 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g
GARLIC HERB CAULIFLOWER RICE
Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable loaded with vitamins, mineral and phytonutrients. Cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower contain glucosinolates, a group of plant compounds which reduce inflammation and have cancer-fighting properties.
Provided by Claire Virga
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add frozen cauliflower, salt, pepper and cayenne stirring to combine. Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes or more until cauliflower is tender.
- Add herbs and remove from heat and adjust seasonings
- Enjoy!
GARLIC ASIAGO CAULIFLOWER RICE
The garlic seasoning and Asiago really pack a punch, making this five-ingredient low-carb side dish a real weeknight winner. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using a food processor fitted with the steel blade, or a box grater, finely shred cauliflower (there should be about 6 cups). In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter, oil and seasoning blend over medium-high heat. When butter is melted, stir in cauliflower, working in batches if necessary. Cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally (there should be about 4 cups cauliflower "rice"). Add cheese; stir until well combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Selecting the Best Cauliflower: Choose fresh cauliflower heads that are dense and white. Avoid any heads that have brown spots or blemishes.
- Grating the Cauliflower: Use the large holes of a box grater or a food processor fitted with the grating blade to create rice-like cauliflower. Alternatively, you can finely chop the cauliflower by hand.
- Rinsing the Cauliflower: After grating or chopping the cauliflower, rinse it under cold water to remove any excess starch. This helps prevent the cauliflower from becoming too mushy when cooked.
- Cooking the Cauliflower: You can cook the cauliflower rice in a variety of ways. Sautéing it in a pan with olive oil or butter is a quick and easy method. You can also roast it in the oven for a more caramelized flavor. If you prefer a softer texture, you can steam the cauliflower rice.
- Seasoning the Cauliflower: Feel free to experiment with different seasonings to enhance the flavor of the cauliflower rice. Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, and chili powder are all great options. You can also add fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or basil.
Conclusion:
Garlic and herb cauliflower rice is a versatile and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a base for other dishes. It is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet and reduce your carb intake. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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