Cauliflower Fried Rice
Cauliflower Fried Rice is a vibrant, low-carb dish filled with fresh vegetables and delightful flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this healthy meal can be made in just 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium cauliflower (about 1 lb), riced
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 4 green onions (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 eggs (optional, whisked)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by removing leaves and cutting into florets. Pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice grains.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add bell peppers and carrots. Cook until softened.
- Stir in the cauliflower rice and frozen peas; sauté for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring well to combine.
- If using eggs, push mixture to one side of the skillet, scramble eggs on the other side, then fold into the rice mixture.
- Finish with green onions, give a final stir, and serve hot.
Notes
- For best texture, use day-old cauliflower rice to avoid sogginess.
- Customize your dish by adding your favorite vegetables like snap peas or broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg