Cauliflower Fried Rice
Cauliflower Fried Rice is a colorful, healthy twist on a classic dish, bursting with flavor and quick to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of red, yellow, and green)
- 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Wash and chop veggies; pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds), then add bell peppers and carrots. Cook until tender-crisp.
- Stir in riced cauliflower and frozen peas; cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Push the veggie mix aside, pour in the beaten eggs, and scramble gently until just set (1-2 minutes). Mix everything together.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the dish, mixing well before serving hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, sauté additional vegetables like zucchini or broccoli.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat in a skillet over medium heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg