Description
Garlic Butter Cauliflower Rice is a quick and healthy low-carb side dish featuring tender riced cauliflower sautéed in garlic-infused butter and olive oil. This flavorful and versatile recipe is perfect as a light vegetable side or a base for your favorite protein, with optional fresh parsley and lemon juice to brighten the dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Rice
- 1 medium head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Heat Butter and Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter along with the olive oil to create a flavorful base for the cauliflower rice.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant, ensuring it does not burn to maintain a mild garlic flavor.
- Add Cauliflower Rice and Season: Stir in the riced cauliflower and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook Cauliflower: Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender yet retains a slight bite, avoiding a mushy texture.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and mix in chopped fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired for a fresh, bright finish. Serve warm as a side dish or alongside your favorite protein.
Notes
- Use store-bought pre-riced cauliflower to save prep time.
- For extra flavor, stir in some grated Parmesan cheese or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
