Paleo Cauliflower Fried Rice
We all love a good fried rice, right? But who needs all those carbs weighing you down? Enter: Paleo cauliflower fried rice. It’s everything you crave, minus the guilt. This dish is perfect for when you want to feel like you’re indulging but don’t want to undo all that hard work at the gym. You’ll get the perfect stir-fry vibes with cauliflower standing in for rice. It’s healthy, low-carb, and packed with flavor. Plus, it takes no time to whip up, so go ahead and make it for lunch or dinner—you deserve this.
Paleo Cauliflower Fried Rice
A low-carb twist on fried rice using cauliflower, packed with veggies, and made in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower riced (about 4 cups)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup carrots diced
- 1/2 cup peas
- 2 green onions sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add diced carrots, peas, and green onions. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Push the veggies to one side, and pour beaten eggs into the pan. Scramble until fully cooked.
- Add garlic and cauliflower rice. Stir to combine.
- Drizzle coconut aminos and sesame oil over the mixture, stirring until everything is well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
- Serve hot, and enjoy the goodness.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 45%
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Iron: 6%
- Folate: 10%
- Magnesium: 8%
💁♀️ Notes & Tips to Elevate the Flavor
- For extra crunch, add some toasted sesame seeds on top.
- Toss in some cooked chicken or shrimp to add protein.
- Want it spicier? Throw in some red pepper flakes or a chopped chili pepper.
- Don’t skip the sesame oil—it gives this dish its signature flavor.
