Roasted Cauliflower Rice

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A healthy diet shouldn’t rob you of flavor! Luckily, there’s Roasted Cauliflower Rice—an easy-to-make side dish that elevates the cauliflower with garlic, onion, and rosemary.

My world changed when I discovered cauliflower rice. And no, I don’t just mean my cooking world; I mean, MY WORLD. That’s because I no longer have to rely on traditional grain rice. Don’t get me wrong: An aromatic bed of jasmine rice is lovely, but cauliflower rice not only tastes incredible, it is so healthy, so I don’t mind serving it to my family more than once a week, which is usually the frequency I serve white rice.

And when you roast that cauliflower rice? My taste buds sing. The only question left to answer is, what do I serve it with? The rice itself I keep simple. Just some garlic powder, onion powder, and a spice or two is all it needs. As for what the rice will share the plate with? That’s where the fun begins. Few sides are tasty enough to be eaten by itself but neutral enough that it can be served with any number of entrees without overpowering the star of the plate. But roasted cauliflower rice can do it.

Think I was exaggerating when I said it changed my world? If anything, it was an understatement.

Is Roasted Cauliflower Rice Healthy?

Yes, cauliflower is low in calories, carbs, and fat, and is chock full of nutrients, making it an ideal substitute for traditional rice. It’s suitable for numerous diets, including low-carb/keto, gluten-free (inspect the ingredients of the powders to make sure), vegetarian, vegan, paleo (again, inspect those powders), and whole30.

How Do I Make Cauliflower Rice?

There are a number of techniques you can use. It really depends on what you have at your disposal.

• Food Processor: This is ideally how you would make your rice, presenting the easiest and fastest method. Cut your cauliflower into florets then add them to the processor bowl. Pulse in short bursts or you may overdo it and end up with mush.
• Box Grater: Don’t have a food processor? No biggie. Cut your head of cauliflower into large chunks and run them over the medium-sized holes of your grater.
• Knife/Cutting Board: Yep, you have one more option if a food processor and a box grater elude you. Just use a little bit of elbow grease to chop up your florets until they reach the desired consistency.

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp rosemary, chopped (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Mix

In a large bowl add the cauliflower rice with the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chopped rosemary. Use a spoon to mix it all together until the rice is covered.

Bake

Spread it onto a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes (when the rice is golden brown), stirring halfway.

DEVOUR!

FAQs & Tips

Serving Suggestions

One of the (many) great things about roasted cauliflower rice is that it goes well with any number of entrees. I usually serve it with a meat dish, be it Baked Chicken Thighs (with za’atar), Braised Beef Short Ribs, or a fish dish, like this Asian Salmon (with soy and ginger). Want to keep it veggie friendly? Pair it with this Easy Bok Choy recipe—it works as a whole meal or as two sides that complement each other really well.

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Roasted Cauliflower Rice

A healthy diet shouldn't rob you of flavor! Luckily, there's Roasted Cauliflower Rice—an easy-to-make side dish that elevates the cauliflower with garlic, onion, and rosemary.

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 139kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp rosemary chopped (optional)

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• In a large bowl add the cauliflower rice with the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chopped rosemary.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Use a spoon to mix it all together until the rice is covered.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Spread it onto a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes (when the rice is golden brown), stirring halfway.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Nutrition

Calories: 139kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 340mg | Potassium: 499mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 32IU | Vitamin C: 78mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg

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How can I tell if my produce has been certified organic?

These are the labels you should look for to ensure you are purchasing organic produce

USDA Organic Certified: Produces certified by USDA as 100% organic.

Certified Naturally Grown – Produce that meets strict organic standards but has not received USDA certification.

Pastured/Free Range - Produce from animals who live outdoors and graze freely on grass and herbs.

These labels signify that the product meets a specific set of criteria.

• No synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
• There are no genetically modified organisms
• No antibiotics are ever given to the animal
• Animals are never given hormones.
• No growth-promoting drugs
• No feed additives
• No artificial ingredients
• No irradiation
• No sewage sludge
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• No sewage waste (if it's non-GMO).
• No irradiation

I hope that this article was useful!

Organic means it is free from pesticides?

Organic food is chemical-free and grown without pesticides. This means that organic food is often free of pesticides and fertilizers.

Because organic produce is free of harmful additives, it also has more nutrients than conventionally grown foods.

The USDA National Organic Program requires that organic farming practices be followed by farmers.

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Statistics

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Are there downsides to buying organic products?

The benefits of organic food are well known. There are, however, some drawbacks. There are also higher consumer prices and lower quality standards.

There is nothing wrong with wanting more variety in groceries. However, we have been taught to expect poor quality food. That's why you'll find most grocery stores stocked with identical prepackaged products.

Organic food is becoming more and more popular due to its superior nutrition and delicious taste. How do you convince people that it is worth the extra effort?

Well, you could tell them that organic food costs more. This doesn't necessarily mean organic food tastes better. It may even make them question your motives.

Instead, it would be best if you highlighted its advantages. Organic food is healthier and contains less pesticides, antibiotics, and it has higher nutritional content. Organic food is free from synthetic fertilizers and herbicides which makes it healthier for us as well as our environment.

Many people don't want to eat organic food because it is too expensive. But as long as they consider the health benefits, they may decide that spending a few dollars per week is worth it.

Organic food tastes better, because it's made under strict guidelines to prevent contamination. It tends also to retain more vitamins and minerals.

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Organic food is often cheaper as it's grown organically which requires less labor and fertilizer.

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