Spanish Cauliflower Rice (Vegan and Gluten Free)

Last updated on August 18th, 2023 at 04:29 pm

We love Spanish rice at our house, and today, I’m sharing a new way to prepare it. Our Spanish cauliflower rice is the perfect side to any Mexican dish.

Made with riced cauliflower, it’s healthier, gluten-free, and has a fresh, flavorful taste I think you’ll love.

You might want to try this Spanish cauliflower rice with our Cheese Shell Taco Cups.

Spanish Cauliflower Rice Recipe Tips

• Short on time? Use already-riced cauliflower. Most grocery stores carry it in the produce or freezer section. Note that this may change the cooking time a bit, and frozen cauliflower may release more water.  
• This Spanish cauliflower rice side dish becomes a complete meal with the addition of a protein–think chicken breast, black beans, or whatever you like best.
• If you like your “rice” a little spicier, adjust the spices to your taste.

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Spanish Cauliflower Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

• ½ head of cauliflower pulsed in a food processor until rice-like
• 1 tomato diced (do not drain juice)
• ½ onion diced
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• ½ tsp. chili powder
• ½ tsp. chipotle chili pepper powder
• ½ tsp. salt
• dash of cayenne pepper
• ¼ cup cilantro chopped

Instructions

• In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in 1-2 teaspoons olive oil for 2 minutes.
• Add cauliflower until slightly browned.
• Add tomatoes, lime juice, and spices.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes.
• Fold in cilantro.

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