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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Looking for a truly delicious cauliflower rice recipe? Then this cilantro lime cauliflower rice is for you. This low carb side dish is a healthy copycat version of Chipotle’s Cilantro Lime Rice, but so much lighter and healthier. 

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword cauliflower rice recipe, cilantro lime cauliflower rice
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 79 kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces riced cauliflower (about 4 cups or 1 medium head)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chipotle powder (optional)
  • 3 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • Additional salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to froth. Add the cauliflower rice and toss to coat in the butter.

  2. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and a little chipotle powder, if desired. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender crisp and just beginning to brown, about 5 minutes.

  3. Remove from heat and add chopped cilantro, lime juice and any additional salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
Calories 79 Calories from Fat 50
% Daily Value*
Fat 5.6g9%
Carbohydrates 6.1g2%
Fiber 2.2g9%
Protein 2.2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.