Description
Garlic Butter Cauliflower Rice is a delicious low-carb side dish bursting with flavor. This recipe transforms humble cauliflower into a savory rice alternative that pairs perfectly with any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Rice:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Finishing Touches:
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower Rice: Wash and dry the cauliflower, then cut it into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice.
- Saute Garlic and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Cook the Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, and cook until tender but not mushy.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lemon juice and fresh parsley. Serve warm as a side dish or light main.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or cooked, crumbled bacon.
- This dish pairs well with cooked chicken or shrimp for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
