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Looking for a quick and healthy side dish to pair with your favorite Mexican cuisine? You’ll love this easy keto cilantro lime cauliflower rice recipe! With just 6 simple ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time, it’s the perfect low-carb alternative to traditional rice. Enjoy!

keto cilantro lime rice (cauliflower)

Prepare to have your mind blown by this amazing cilantro lime cauliflower rice recipe! Clocking in at just 4g net carbs per serving, it’s a tasty treat that will whisk your taste buds off to a gourmet dining experience.

Cauliflower Cilantro Lime Rice

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What Is Cauliflower Rice?

If you haven’t experienced cauliflower rice yet, you’re in for a delightful surprise. This innovative “rice” is essentially cauliflower that has been finely chopped into minuscule pieces that bear a striking resemblance to traditional grains of rice. You can effortlessly create it in your own kitchen by placing cauliflower florets into a food processor, or you can conveniently purchase pre-chopped cauliflower rice at your local grocery store. Embracing cauliflower rice opens up a world of culinary possibilities and provides a nutritious substitute for regular rice.

Cauliflower Cilantro Lime Rice Ingredients

  • Cauliflower Rice – Fresh or frozen ( 1 – 12oz. package)
  • Olive Oil
  • Garlic – minced garlic, or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Lime – fresh squeezed
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Cilantro – chopped
  • Optional: Jalapeños, deseeded and diced
Does Keto Cilantro Lime Rice Taste Like Cauliflower?
Wondering how cauliflower rice tastes? If you’re a cauliflower fan, you’re in for a treat! This flavorful side dish is perfect for adding more veggies to your meal while keeping it low on carbs. And if you’re like me and love cauliflower, this dish is a winner!

How To Make This Recipe

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic.
  • Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the cauliflower, cilantro, and lime juice, then season with salt to taste.
  • Cook until beginning to brown a little, about 5-8 minutes. Serve with more fresh cilantro.

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How To Store Keto Cilantro Lime Rice

After making this recipe, it’s important to store any leftover cilantro lime rice(cauliflower) properly. To do so, simply place the rice in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 5 days, making it a convenient option for meal prep throughout the week.

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keto cilantro lime rice

Keto Cilantro Lime Rice(Cauliflower)

Eunice Huerta
Looking for a quick and healthy side dish to pair with your favorite Mexican cuisine? You'll love this easy cilantro lime cauliflower rice recipe!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 medium Lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic.
  • Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the cauliflower, cilantro, and lime juice, then season with salt to taste.
  • Cook until beginning to brown a little, about 5-8 minutes.Serve with more fresh cilantro.
Keyword Cauliflower Cilantro Lime rice, Keto Cilantro Lime Rice, Keto Cilantro Lime rice recipe
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