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Cauliflower Mexican Rice

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Okay, I’m starting this post by putting this out there. I HATE the cauliflower rice trend. Does anyone actually think riced cauliflower tastes remotely like rice?! All I taste is cauliflower. And I don’t even like cauliflower. So for me, the cauliflower rice trend is a no-go. Except for this recipe. This is the sole cauliflower rice recipe that is allowed in my kitchen. And dare I say, it’s actually good! For me to say that is saying a lot since I consider all other riced cauliflower dishes to be inedible. LOL.

Now that we’ve got that out of the way, on to the recipe. This is really a pretty simple recipe, but it is best served immediately after it is prepared. I like to serve this with my Fajita Stuffed Chicken. I prepare this dish while the chicken is baking, so dinner is still on the table in 30 minutes or less!

Start by chopping the onion, garlic, and tomatoes. I like to pre-measure out the rest of my ingredients as well so that I don’t have to think as I cook.

Next, you will heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the onions and tomatoes. If you like spicy rice, you could add some diced serrano or jalapeño pepper here.

Once the onion is softened, add the garlic and saute for about 1 minute. Then add in the riced cauliflower and saute for another 2-3 minutes. Then add the tomato paste and spices and stir to mix well.

Last, add the salsa and heat through.

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Cauliflower Mexican Rice

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
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Ingredients

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4 cups riced cauliflower 

2 tsp olive oil

1/2 white onion, diced

2 roma tomatoes, diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 Tbsp tomato paste

1/2 tsp cumin

1/4 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp kosher salt

1 cup salsa

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat.  Add the onions and tomatoes and cook until the onions are soft, 3-4 minutes.  Add the garlic and saute for about 1 minute.  Add the riced cauliflower and saute for 2 more minutes.  Add the tomato paste, cumin, and paprika and stir to combine well.  Add the salsa and heat through.  Serve immediately.