How to Make Roasted Cauliflower "Rice" - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roasted Cauliflower "Rice" is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional rice. This recipe transforms the humble cauliflower into a flavorful and versatile side dish that will complement a variety of main courses. Whether you're looking for a low-carb option, a paleo-friendly side, or simply a new way to enjoy cauliflower, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation.

Unlike traditional rice, roasted cauliflower "rice" is rich in nutrients and packed with fib...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 heads cauliflower, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 ½ tablespoons avocado oil
  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 27 mins
  • Total Time: 47 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line 3 baking sheets with aluminum foil and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • Fill a food processor 1/4 of the way with cauliflower pieces. Pulse 8 to 12 times until cauliflower is the size of rice grains. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with remaining cauliflower pieces.
  • Drizzle avocado oil over cauliflower "rice"; toss until well-distributed.
  • Spread 2 1/2 cups of the rice in an even layer on each lined baking sheet.
  • Roast rice until golden, about 16 minutes. Remove from oven, stir well, and spread out again. Return to oven and roast for 6 minutes. Remove from oven, stir well, and spread out again. Continue roasting until browned, about 5 minutes more.
  • Season each sheet of roasted rice with 1/4 teaspoon salt and place in a large container.
  • Nutrition

    59 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 261mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 67mg
    • Calcium: 32mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 436mg