Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is a vibrant and zesty dish that offers a healthy twist on traditional rice. It’s made by pulsing cauliflower florets into rice-like grains, then sautéing them with shallots, fresh cilantro, lime zest, and a generous squeeze of lime juice.

The result is a light and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with various main courses, including Carne Asada. Furthermore, this dish is not only delicious but also low in carbohydrates and packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to incorporate more veggies into their diet or following a low-carb lifestyle.

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice Ingredients

• Unsalted Butter
• Shallot
• Bag of Cauliflower Rice
• Chicken Bone Broth
• Habanero or Jalapeno Salt
• Cilantro
• Lime
• Course Black Pepper to Taste

Preparing the Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

1. First, if using frozen cauliflower rice, warm it in the microwave for 3 minutes, or until almost thawed.
   • Note: You can skip this step if you prepare your cauliflower rice by pulsing cauliflower florets.
2. Next, place a tablespoon of unsalted butter into a nonstick skillet, and melt over medium heat.
3. Then, add the thawed or freshly pulsed cauliflower rice and stir to combine.
4. Next, add the shallots, habanero salt, chicken bone broth, lime zest, half of the cilantro, and coarse black pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Then, turn the heat to medium-high.
   • Note: The higher heat helps extract the moisture from the cauliflower rice, so it’s not mushy.
6. Next, cook the rice for about 5 minutes.
7. Then, turn the heat off and add in the lime juice.
8. Finally, add the remaining cilantro, stir to combine, and serve immediately!

Melt Butter in a Nonstick Skillet; Add the Cauliflower Rice

Add the Shallots, Salt, Chicken Bone Broth, Lime Zest, Cilantro, and Black Pepper

Cook the Rice for 5 Minutes; Turn off the Heat

Add the Lime Juice and Cilantro, and Stir to Combine; Serve Immediately

Ways to Serve the Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

The Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is a delicious low-carb side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses such as Carne Asada, Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Poblano Sauce, Steak with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce, Venison Taco Bowls, Roasted Salmon with Mixed Green Salad, and more!

Storing the Leftovers

If you have leftovers, I’d recommend storing them in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to 5 days.

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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Yield: 4 Servings

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is a vibrant and zesty dish that offers a healthy twist on traditional rice. It's made by pulsing cauliflower florets into rice-like grains, then sautéing them with shallots, fresh cilantro, lime zest, and a generous squeeze of lime juice.

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Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. Unsalted Butter
• 1/2 Shallot, Diced
• 16 oz. Bag of Cauliflower Rice
• 2 tbsp. Chicken Bone Broth
• 1/8 tsp. Habanero or Jalapeno Salt
• 1 c. Cilantro, Chopped and Divided
• 1/2 Lime, Zested
• 1 Lime, Juiced
• Course Black Pepper to Taste

Instructions

Preparing the Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

1. First, if using frozen cauliflower rice, warm it in the microwave for 3 minutes, or until almost thawed.
2. Note: You can skip this step if you prepare your cauliflower rice by pulsing cauliflower florets.
3. Next, place a tablespoon of unsalted butter into a nonstick skillet, and melt over medium heat.
4. Then, add the thawed or freshly pulsed cauliflower rice and stir to combine.
5. Next, add the shallots, habanero salt, chicken bone broth, lime zest, half of the cilantro, and coarse black pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Then, turn the heat to medium-high. (Note: The higher heat helps extract the moisture from the cauliflower rice, so it's not mushy).
7. Next, cook the rice for about 5 minutes.
8. Then, turn the heat off and add in the lime juice.
9. Finally, add the remaining cilantro, stir to combine, and serve immediately!

Notes

Ways to Serve Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

The Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is a delicious low-carb side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses such as Carne Asada, Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Poblano Sauce, Steak with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce, Venison Taco Bowls, Roasted Salmon with Mixed Green Salad, and more!

Storing the Leftovers

If you have leftovers, I'd recommend storing them in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 64Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 198mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 3gProtein: 3g