Irresistibly Flavorful Cauliflower Rice Pilaf for Healthy Meals
A vibrant and healthy Cauliflower Rice Pilaf, perfect for Thanksgiving or a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 head Cauliflower Rice fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or any neutral oil
- 1 medium Onion yellow or red
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Vegetable Broth can be swapped with water or chicken broth
For the Vegetables
- 1 cup Bell Peppers finely chopped
- 1 cup Frozen Green Peas or fresh if in season
For the Crunch
- 1/4 cup Pine Nuts or toasted almonds/walnuts
Instructions
How to Make Cauliflower Rice Pilaf
- Begin by heating a splash of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Toss in freshly minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, letting it infuse the oil with its aromatic goodness.
- Stir in finely chopped bell peppers and sauté for about 3 minutes until they soften and brighten up the mixture.
- Add the cauliflower rice along with vegetable broth. Mix everything well and let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes, until heated through and tender.
- Fold in the frozen green peas during the last minute of cooking. This step helps retain their vibrant color and crisp texture.
- In a separate dry pan, lightly toast the pine nuts over medium heat for about 2 minutes until they turn golden brown.
- Serve your warm Cauliflower Rice Pilaf in a bowl, and generously sprinkle the golden pine nuts on top for that perfect crunch.
Notes
For added flavor, drizzle a bit of lemon juice before serving. The pilaf is make-ahead friendly and reheats beautifully.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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