I have been a little bit obsessed with the idea of cauliflower ‘rice’ ever since I came across it! I have used cauliflower rice in a number of recipes that I have shared with you and I think that it warranted sharing a basic version that can be used in pretty much and dish that calls for rice. Cauliflower rice is basically cauliflower that has been ‘riced’ by grating into small rice like pieces and sauteed until it is lightly golden brown on the outside and nice and tender on the inside. Although cauliflower rice does not have the exact same texture as rice it is a light, healthy, low carb and tasty alternative and it’s a great way to sneak an extra vegetable into your meal!
Cauliflower Rice
Prep Time:5 minutes Cook Time:10 minutes Total Time:15 minutes Servings: 4
Riced cauliflower makes for a light, healthy, low carb and tasty alternative to rice!
ingredients
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon oil
directions
- Rice the cauliflower by grating it on the larger holes on a grater or in a food processor. (The food processor makes this so quick and easy!)
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, add the cauliflower and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower rice is tender and slightly golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
Tip: Rice the cauliflower on the weekend and store it in the fridge in a sealed container so that it is ready to go for quick weeknight meals.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 47, Fat 3.5g (Saturated 0g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 0, Sodium 20mg, Carbs 3.5g (Fiber 1.7g, Sugars 1.6g), Protein 1.3g
Nutrition by: 
Healthy and good. Blessings, Catherine
I love this idea for a creative twist on rice. Looks delicious and simple- the food processor makes life so easy doesn't it? For whatever reason, whenever I heard of cauliflower rice, I was thinking to use my ricer after it was cooked. Glad I saw these instructions!
This looks awesome and sounds like a great alternative to rice. I definitely need to try it!!
Sues
Love this Kevin! so simple! if you like this, you need to try Smitten Kitchen's cauliflower pesto. . it's WONDERFUL!!
I just made my first batch of this last week – my cauliflower-obsessed and low-carb (diabetic) husband went NUTS for it. I tossed in tiny diced fresh chives for some color and flavor.
The Chardonnay Kitchen: When I am serving it as a side or in a Mexican themed dish I like to toss it with cilantro and lime juice.
I am making this for my husband and see if he notice a difference. Looks yummy!
Thanks for posting this basic recipe Kevin. I've always loved cauliflower and I am so glad that it is getting it's time in the sun. : ) I love that you saute it til golden, that just looks so flavorful.
I have never even heard of cauliflower rice! This looks fantastic!
I have been dying to try cauliflower rice! It looks so delicious, but so healthy – win win! Can't wait to try your version
Too easy not to try! Looks good!
Oh, no! Now what am I going to do with the ricer I bought at a thrift store recently specifically to make Cauliflower Rice?! I think I might try the rice after cooking strategy and see what happens…
This is our kind of rice, Kevin. Love it, and so healthy too!!!
Good one Kevin, thanks. I will certainly try it. I happen to have a cauliflower in my fridge.
It's great in a stir-fry in place of rice. My family loves it! Judy
I've also been obsessed with the idea of cauliflower rice. I love that it's a low card alternative. I've been testing with cauliflower over the past few weeks and love it!
Cant wait to try it, Kevin!
I'm glad someone shares my obsession. It is such a great low-cal alternative to rice!
Thank you, Kevin… especially for the nutritional info you provide. Have you ever complied all your low carb recipes?
This is one of my very favorite ways to have cauliflower!
I actually have a "ricer" – I can hardly wait to try this out! Thank you!
Really easy to make, when I read your article I remember the song: Mouse Loves Rice 😀 LoL
I have yet to try cauliflower rice, and yours is really making me want to try it much sooner! It looks so golden brown and delicious!
I use this with a lot of dishes.. it's great for a keto/low carb jambalaya or even a meat fried rice..
This was fantastic.
That looks so good and it's unbelievably healthy too! A great recipe as always and very easy!
I have been wanting to try this for so long! You've talked me into it!!
Love cauliflower rice, Kevin – it's delicious. Thanks!
I love Cauliflower Rice. Last time I made it my partner didn't even notice that it was not real rice 🙂
I've been seeing cauliflower rice around a lot lately and it looks so good – going to have to try it as we are big cauliflower eaters in our house.
Kevin–did you use the food processor for this or the grater?
such a great idea.
sharing this for next weeks friday links!
vanillasugarblog: I have been using the food processor to rice cauliflower ever since I first tried it, including for the cauliflower in these photos.
This "rice" makes excellent curries!
Damn, cauliflower is something amazing. I see it first time in my life 😀