Description
Jalapeno Lime Cauliflower Rice is a vibrant, low-carb side dish that combines fluffy cauliflower with the zesty kick of lime and spicy jalapeños. This quick and easy recipe will elevate your meals while pleasing your taste buds with its fresh flavors. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or as a base for grilled proteins, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
- 2 medium jalapeños, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by removing leaves and cutting it into florets. Pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice (about 30 seconds).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced jalapeños; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and stir well.
- Fold in chopped cilantro just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg