Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Rice

Name: Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice

Tender cauliflower florets pulsed into rice-sized pieces and pan-roasted with garlic and olive oil until golden and fragrant. A low-carb swap for grain rice that holds its own as a versatile side.

22 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1

Working in batches, pulse 1 head cut into florets cauliflower in a food processor until broken down into rice-sized pieces, about 8-10 pulses. Do not over-process.
2

Spread the cauliflower rice on a clean kitchen towel and press firmly to remove excess moisture.
3

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4

Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5

Add the cauliflower rice, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until the cauliflower is tender and lightly golden in spots.
6

Remove from heat. Stir in 2 tsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Questions

How long does Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Rice keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Rice?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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