I have been looking for a cauliflower rice recipe for some time.

It is a healthy alternative to rice, which I find quite appealing. Yes, I believe there are some recipes where rice is a necessary complement, but this would work in lieu of white rice in many recipes.

This dish is delicious! So easy and fast! It’s great if you are short for time and need to prepare a quick dinner.

I always try to eat healthy. Sometimes it is hard to find recipes that are both satisfying and filling.  

Cauliflower rice is gratifying and won’t leave you hungry. Do not expect it to taste like white rice; it doesn’t. It tastes like cauliflower and, mixed with the right ingredients, it’s flavor is amazing. 

You can throw in some chicken and have a complete meal.

Maybe you can throw in some veggies and hot sauce? The possibilities here are endless. 

Cauliflower rice is thoroughly enjoyable. It is a perfect substitute for rice without all the calories.

This recipe is courtesy of the “Food Network Kitchen”. 

I know you will love this one! Go ahead and give it a try! You won’t be sorry.

Promise!

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Ingredients for Cauliflower Rice

1 large head cauliflower, separated into 1 inch florets
3 tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
1/2 tsp. kosher salt. plus 1 tsp. set aside
2 tbsp. fresh parley leaves, finely chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Trim the cauliflower florets, cutting away as much stem as possible.

In batches, place the cauliflower into a food processor and pulse until mixture resembles couscous.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium- high heat. Add the onions,and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and stir to coat.

Continue cooking stirring frequently until the onions are golden brown at the edges and have softened, about 8 minutes.

Add the cauliflower and stir to combine.

Add remaining  1 teaspoon of salt and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower has softened, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove from the heat.

Spoon the cauliflower into a large serving bowl, garnish with the parsley, sprinkle with the lemon juice.

Serve warm.

It’s that simple!