Paleo Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

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Cauliflower rice is extremely healthy and extremely simple. You only need a food processor or blender to transform this often disregarded veggie into the highlight of the meal.

When I made the decision to go paleo, one of the foods I missed most was rice. I began experimenting immediately. I settled on cauliflower rice. Truly, if you get the right char on the cauliflower, you can fool your family and friends. My family is constantly surprised when I tell them they’re eating spoonful after spoonful of cauliflower.

The cauliflower takes on flavors really well. So, anything you decide to add to the dish will sing. I am a big fan of Chipotle and their cilantro lime rice. This dish is a tribute to their recipe.

Paleo cilantro lime cauliflower rice

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Paleo cilantro lime cauliflower rice

Paleo cilantro lime cauliflower rice

Paleo Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

By: Cassy
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Cauliflower rice is extremely healthy and extremely simple. You only need a food processor or blender to transform this often disregarded veggie into the highlight of the meal.

Ingredients  

  • 1 large head of raw cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion or yellow onion
  • 5 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil EVOO
  • 2 large limes juiced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • sea salt and cracked pepper for taste

Instructions

  • Rinse your cauliflower and set aside.
  • In a medium sized pan over medium heat, start browning your onions in the EVOO.
  • Chop your cauliflower (disregarding the larger portion of the stalk) into about 1” cubes.
  • Put about ¼ of the chopped cauliflower in the food processor (or blender) and blend until it has a small – grainy texture. Repeat for the rest of the cauliflower.
  • [Note: I divide mine up into 4 steps so I can be sure that all the cauliflower has the same consistency. Too large of a batch could result in unwanted large chunks.]
  • Once the onions are slightly browned, add the minced garlic.
  • Stir then add the cauliflower.
  • Sauté for about 10 minutes over medium/high heat, stirring constantly.
  • The moisture from the cauliflower will deglaze the caramelized onions from the pan, allowing the cauliflower to take on the delicious char flavor.
  • Once it is to your preferred consistency, stir in the lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  • Take off heat, stir in cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Paleo Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Amount per Serving
Calories
73
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.5
g
3
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Sodium
 
46
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
505
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
12
g
4
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
79
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
79
mg
96
%
Calcium
 
47
mg
5
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Cassy Joy Garcia

HOWDY! I’m Cassy Joy and I am just so happy you’re here. I’m the founder, Editor-in-Chief, and Nutrition Consultant here at Fed and Fit. What started as a food blog back in 2011 has evolved now into so much more.
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  1. Chikachef says

    Chikachef —  06/13/2012 At 10:29

    Absolutely yummy!

    • fedandfit says

      fedandfit —  06/13/2012 At 11:04

      Yum! Your rice looks great. Hope you enjoy the cauliflower!

    • inherchucks says

      inherchucks —  06/13/2012 At 11:04

      I know I will!

  2. Tammy says

    Tammy —  03/27/2013 At 16:53

    I highly recommend less lime to start out with! I juiced 2 large limes, added it to the recipe, and it was way too much. Once you add too much lime, it’s too late. Not in a hurry to try this recipe again. When I do, i will juice one lime and go from there. 🙂

    • fedandfit says

      fedandfit —  03/27/2013 At 18:21

      Hi Tammy! Thank you for your feedback. I’m sorry about the overload of lime flavor. I tend to have a heavy hand when it comes to citrus, I’ll include a disclaimer from here out. Thanks again for stopping by and I hope it turns out more to your liking next time! 🙂

  3. Christine Oda says

    Christine Oda —  09/06/2013 At 03:03

    I am confused at how there can be 14.3 grams of sugar, Could you please explain? Thank you very much.

    • fedandfit says

      fedandfit —  09/06/2013 At 07:05

      Hi Christine! I’m so glad you asked. My calculation was wrong! I just did a quick re-tabulation to see where the large number came from, and boiled down to 5 g of sugar a serving. The cauliflower actually has the most natural sugars of the ingredients on the list. I’m updating the post now. Many thanks!

  4. Darla says

    Darla —  09/27/2020 At 21:39

    Could I make this ahead and reheat it before serving?

    • Brandi Schilhab says

      Brandi Schilhab —  09/28/2020 At 11:09

      Of course, Darla! Enjoy!