21DSD Recipe: Basic Cilantro Cauli Rice

Cauliflower rice is perfect anytime you want some rice but prefer a lower carb count; it's also great when you want to work in some extra veggies! Easy and delicious, this version adds some color and flavor with fresh cilantro plus a little red onion and yellow bell pepper.

Basic Cilantro Cauli Rice

grain-free • gluten-free • dairy-free • refined sugar-free

PREP TIME: 15 mins
COOKTIME: 5 mins
SERVINGS: 4

ingredients:

• 1 head cauliflower
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or bacon fat
• sea salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

optional add-ins for color and variety (as pictured)

• 1/4 cup minced red onion
• 1/4 cup minced yellow bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or bacon fat

preparation:

Remove the outer leaves and stem from the cauliflower, and chop it into large chunks. Shred the cauliflower using a box grater or food processor.

If adding red onion and yellow bell pepper, sauté the onion and pepper in the 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or bacon fat in a small skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until they become soft and have golden brown edges.

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the coconut oil or bacon fat, and place the shredded cauliflower in the skillet. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the cauliflower begins to become translucent, stirring gently to ensure that it cooks through.

Stir in the optional add-ins (if using), place the cooked cauliflower in a serving bowl, and toss with the chopped cilantro before serving.