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    Published: May 18, 2021 · Last Updated: May 18, 2021 by Kyndra Holley

    Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

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    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges
    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges
    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges
    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges

    This easy Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is a bright, fresh, flavorful recipe that makes the perfect side dish for any meal. Ready in less than thirty minutes, this is the perfect option for taco night, a quick and easy side dish, or any time you're looking for burst of a savory citrus flavor.

    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges
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    Ingredient Notes
    How to make cilantro lime cauliflower rice
    Serving Suggestions
    Recipe Tips and Variations
    Frequently Asked Questions
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    Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

    Ingredient Notes

    ingredients for cilantro lime cauliflower rice - lime, cauliflower, onion, garlic, chicken stock, salt and pepper
    • Riced cauliflower: a classic low carb alternative to traditional rice! Thankfully it is really easy to find pre-riced these days. Most stores carry both fresh and frozen riced cauliflower. You can also rice your own cauliflower in a food processor or on a box grater. (Get more cauliflower rice recipes here.)
    • Lime: the lime in this recipe pairs so well with the fresh cilantro and garlic. It's the perfect flavor combination to pair with Shredded Taco Pork or even Keto Mongolian Beef.
    • Chicken stock: I like to use chicken stock to add a savory element to this cauli rice. You could also use beef stock or even vegetable stock to make it a vegetarian recipe.
    • Cilantro: If you are on team "no cilantro", green onions or parsley make excellent substitutions

    How to make cilantro lime cauliflower rice

    skillet with onions and garlic sautéing in butter

    STEP 1: Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and the garlic and sauté until the garlic is fragrant and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

    skillet with onion, garlic, cauliflower, lime zest, cilantro, and butter

    STEP 2: Add the cauliflower, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes.

    skillet with onion, garlic, cauliflower, lime zest, cilantro, and butter

    STEP 3: Add the chicken stock and cook, stirring often, for an additional 10 minutes, or until all of the stock is evaporated and the rice is tender but not mushy. Serve with lime wedges.

    skillet with onion, garlic, cauliflower, lime zest, cilantro, and butter

    Serving Suggestions

    • Serve it alongside Keto Mongolian Beef or Chili Lime Chicken with Avocado Feta Salsa.
    • Throw together a build your own burrito bar with Grilled Corn Salsa, Jon's Guacamole, Pineapple Salsa, Shredded Taco Pork, Chili Lime Flank Steak, ground beef or chicken seasoned with homemade taco seasoning.
    • Pile some of this Peanut Chicken Skillet on top.
    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges

    Recipe Tips and Variations

    • Storage: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • Make it vegan: use butter flavored coconut oil or olive oil and vegetable stock and this is an easy vegan dish. It pairs really well with black beans for the ultimate vegetarian keto recipe! You could also make this recipe with regular coconut oil, or even coconut butter for a more tropical flavor profile. Serve with fried plantains, mmm!
    • Add taco seasoning: put a little more fiesta into this rice by adding some homemade taco seasoning.
    • Use real rice: Sauté the garlic and onion in butter as outlined in the directions. Then, add your rice and the amount of recommended liquid according to the instructions on the packaging, substituting water for chicken stock. Add the rest of the ingredients in and cook based on the directions on the rice packaging.
    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How many carbs are in cauliflower?

    Carb in Large Head Cauliflower (7-8 inches) 20-22 net carbs
    Carbs in Medium Head Cauliflower (5-6 inches) 15-17 net carbs
    Carbs in Small Head Cauliflower (3-4 inches) 8-10 net carbs
    Carbs in 1 cup Cauliflower 4.7-5.3 net carbs
    Carbs in 1 ounce Cauliflower 1.4 net carbs
    Carbs in 1 Pound Cauliflower 24 net carbs
    Carbs in 1 Large Cauliflower Floret 0.7 net carbs
    Carbs in 1 cup Riced Cauliflower 4.7 net carbs
    Carbs in ½ cup Frozen Cauliflower 2.7-3.3 net carbs

    How do you rice cauliflower?

    Cut a head of cauliflower into florets, then add to a food processor. Pulse until your cauliflower is riced, and be careful not to over process. Alternatively, you can use a box grater to grate the head of cauliflower.

    Other Recipes You Might Enjoy

    • Keto Chocolate Zucchini Bread
    • Sweet and Spicy Keto Chicken Tenders
    • Keto Pumpkin Cupcakes
    • Keto Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

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    wooden bowl full of cilantro lime cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh lime wedges

    Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice


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    5 from 3 reviews

    • Author: Kyndra Holley
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This easy Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is a bright, fresh, flavorful recipe that makes the perfect side dish for any meal. Ready in less than thirty minutes, this is the perfect option for taco night, a quick and easy side, or any time you're looking for burst of a savory citrus flavor.


    Ingredients

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    • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 small white onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 6 cups riced cauliflower
    • 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
    • Juice of ½ lime
    • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ cup chicken stock
    • Lime wedges, for serving

    Instructions

    1. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and the garlic and sauté until the garlic is fragrant and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
    2. Add the cauliflower, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes.
    3. Add the chicken stock and cook, stirring often, for an additional 10 minutes, or until all of the stock is evaporated and the rice is tender but not mushy.
    4. Serve with lime wedges.

    Notes

    • net carb per serving: 4.8g
    • Serving suggestions: serve with Keto Mongolian Beef or Chili Lime Chicken with Avocado Feta Salsa. Throw together a build your own burrito bar with Grilled Corn Salsa, Jon's Guacamole, Pineapple Salsa, Shredded Taco Pork, Chili Lime Flank Steak, ground beef or chicken seasoned with homemade taco seasoning.
    • Storage: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Side Dish Recipes
    • Method: Saute
    • Cuisine: Mexican

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 75
    • Fat: 4g
    • Carbohydrates: 7.5g
    • Fiber: 2.7g
    • Protein: 3g

    Keywords: keto rice recipes, cilantro lime cauliflower rice, cauliflower rice recipes, side dish recipes, vegan recipes, vegetarian recipes, vegetarian keto recipe

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    1. Jesse Jacobson says

      May 19, 2021 at 8:04 am

      I made this last night, along with the chili lime flank steak from your other site - Chef's kiss! Thank you. It was so, so good.

      ★★★★★

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    2. Katrina Somers says

      July 15, 2021 at 1:48 am

      Tried this along with a chicken recipe of yours and it was so good! It’s no my go to recipe for cilantro lime rice!

      ★★★★★

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    3. Katrina Somers says

      July 15, 2021 at 1:49 am

      Tried this along with a chicken recipe of yours and it was so good! It’s now my go to recipe for cilantro lime rice!

      ★★★★★

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    Kyndra Holley - International Best Selling Cookbook Author, and the face behind this blog and Peace Love and Low Carb. When I am not hard at work creating recipes and healthy living content, I can be found exploring the world, playing with our 5 crazy pups, hiking, or just kicking back and relaxing with a cup of coffee and a good book. Read more...

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