Low Carb Cauliflower Rice Pilaf Recipe

Prep Time

2 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Yield

8
servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup shelled hemp hearts
  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • 1 head cauliflower (riced (about 5 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt and pepper (more or less to taste)

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

½ cup

Carbohydrates

6
g

Protein

11
g

Fat

25
g

Calories

293

When you need to add something new to your menu as a substitue for rice, opt for this mouthwatering recipe for low carb cauliflower rice pilaf. With just a few ingredients, you can spice up your normal routine with this scrumptious cauliflower rice pilaf. Additionally, it is a good choice for a diabetes-friendly menu.

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the butter.
  2. As soon as the butter is melted, add the almonds and hemp hearts. Stir constantly until they turn a nice golden brown color.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients. Stir to mix everything together, then cover and continue cooking, stirring every few minutes, for 5-10 minutes, or until cauliflower is cooked to your liking.