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Cauliflower Rice Bowl

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 2 bowls
  • Category: Main Course, Lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired, Global

Description

This cauliflower rice bowl is a healthy, low-carb alternative to grain bowls. Loaded with colorful veggies, protein, and flavorful toppings, it’s a flexible recipe you can make your own. Quick, fresh, and super satisfying!


Ingredients

For the Cauliflower Rice:

  • 1 medium head of cauliflower (or 4 cups pre-riced cauliflower)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Topping Ideas (pick your favorites):

  • 1 cup cooked chicken, tofu, shrimp, or chickpeas

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/2 avocado, sliced

  • 1/4 cup shredded carrots

  • 1/4 cup chopped cucumber

  • 2 tablespoons hummus or tzatziki

  • 1 tablespoon feta or crumbled goat cheese (optional)

  • Fresh parsley, cilantro, or green onions for garnish

  • Lemon wedges or hot sauce for serving


Instructions

  1. Make the cauliflower rice:

    • If using whole cauliflower, chop into florets and pulse in a food processor until rice-sized.

    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

    • Add cauliflower rice, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy.

  2. Assemble the bowl:

    • Divide cauliflower rice into bowls.

    • Top with your choice of protein and veggies.

    • Add a dollop of hummus or drizzle with tzatziki or your favorite sauce.

    • Garnish with herbs and a squeeze of lemon if desired.



Notes

 

  1. Make the cauliflower rice:

    • If using whole cauliflower, chop into florets and pulse in a food processor until rice-sized.

    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

    • Add cauliflower rice, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy.

  2. Assemble the bowl:

    • Divide cauliflower rice into bowls.

    • Top with your choice of protein and veggies.

    • Add a dollop of hummus or drizzle with tzatziki or your favorite sauce.

    • Garnish with herbs and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

  • Use pre-riced cauliflower for faster prep.

  • Great for meal prep: store ingredients separately and assemble just before eating.

  • Add a fried or poached egg on top for extra richness.