Nutritious Cilantro-Lime Cauliflower Rice

This is the tastiest low-carb cauliflower rice recipe. The cauliflower rice and tangy lime-cilantro sauce (both nutritious!) are easy to whip up too. Ready in 15 minutes using a food processor or blender.

Cilantro lime cauliflower rice: Versatile and Nutritious!

Are you guys loving all of the Wholesomelicious Cauliflower Rice Recipes? I don’t know about you, but I always keep cauliflower rice on hand for an easy side dish or healthy lunch.

Another week, another different flavor! So many of you are a fan of my Cauliflower Spanish Rice, but I figured we can change it up and add another variety to pair with Mexican or Asian dishes.

So here we go with Cilantro lime!! As a nutritionist, I am always looking to add more fiber and cruciferous veggies to every meal. Every client I have ever worked with, can always use extra fiber in their diet! It’s also important to add cauliflower rice in a way that makes us excited about eating a dish.

That’s exactly what we get with this cilantro lime version! The dressing on the sautéed cauliflower/onion/garlic is tangy, delicious, and also adds in nutrients with fresh cilantro and lime juice. It also pairs well with just about EVERYTHING!! So simple to make in less than 15 minutes.

How to make Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice:

Gather up these simple ingredients:

• Head of cauliflower
• Avocado oil
• Garlic cloves
• Onion
• Chopped cilantro
• White vinegar
• Lime
• Ground cumin
• Sea salt

This recipe is also super easy to whip up with less than 15 minutes!

The directions:

1. Make riced cauliflower by cutting a large head of cauliflower into florets. Toss in a food processor (or blender) and pulse until a rice like texture is formed. Do not over pulse!
2. Saute some onion and garlic in a large skillet, then add your riced cauliflower. Saute for just a few minutes until hot, crispy, and the perfect texture.
3. While this is happening, you’ll make your sauce in the blender or food processor: cilantro, vinegar, lime, cumin, and sea salt. Then drizzle all over the rice to serve.

Tips and Adaptations:

• Pre-riced cauliflower: you can definitely hit the easy button on this recipe and purchase packaged riced cauliflower! This saves a step. Follow the same directions above, unless you are using with frozen rice. If that’s the case, you may need an extra 3-5 minutes to cook.
• Making ahead/Storing: You can easily store and use this for meal prep all week! I would recommend separating the sauce from the sautéed cauliflower if doing this method. It will keep well in the fridge for up to one week.
• Making a meal of it: want to make a meal here? Add in some corn, black beans, chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, and avocado or guacamole for a nutritious and satisfying lunch!

Serving:

This recipe tastes best with your favorite Mexican or Thai food dish! Here are a few of my favorite dinners to enjoy with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice:

• Instant Pot Chicken Mole
• Coconut Thai Curry Turkey Meatballs
• Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos
• Instant Pot Chicken Tinga
• Chipotle Enchilada Meatballs

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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

This is the tastiest low-carb cauliflower rice recipe. The cauliflower rice and tangy lime-cilantro sauce (both nutritious!) are easy to whip up too. Ready in 15 minutes using a food processor or blender.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 141 kcal

Author Amy Rains

4.75 from 8 votes

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Ingredients

For the Cauliflower rice:

• 1 large head of cauliflower
• 1 tbsp avocado or olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1/2 large onion chopped

For the cilantro lime sauce:

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 3 tbsp avocado or olive oil
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 garlic clove minced
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Rice your cauliflower: chop your head of cauliflower into florets, place inside food processor and pulse until cauliflower has a rice texture.
2. Heat a large skillet to medium heat. Add oil, and saute onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes, or until fragrant. Add cauliflower rice and continue to saute.
3. Meanwhile, make your sauce: Add cilantro, vinegar, garlic, lime, cumin, and salt to your food processor or blender. While motor is running, add remaining oil. Blend until smooth.
4. Pour sauce on top of cauliflower rice, and continue to mix until dressing is completely incorporated. Remove from heat and serve.

Calories 141kcal

Fat 14g

Saturated fat 1g

Sodium 300mg

Potassium 100mg

Carbohydrates 3g

Sugar 1g

Vitamin A 70%

Vitamin C 14.9%

Calcium 12%

Iron 0.3%