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Lemon Parsley Rice

Parsley and a hint of lemon take this rice recipe to the next level. Recipe source: Kim's Cravings

Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4
Ingredients Click the play button next to each ingredient for How-To Videos
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (about 1 lemon)
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium to large head of Cauliflower, cut into small pieces
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh Parsley, minced
Preparation
  1. Cut cauliflower head into medium-sized chunks; discard the stem and core parts. Grate the chunks until they are rice consistency.
  2. Heat a large pan or skillet over medium to high heat and add olive oil and garlic.
  3. Stir 10-20 seconds. Add in cauliflower, salt and red pepper flakes, and stir to combine.
  4. Cook until the cauliflower is hot and begins to turn golden in places, about 5-10 minutes. Stir throughout.
  5. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Notes:

  • Brown or white rice can be used instead of cauliflower!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup % Daily Value
Calories 69
Fat 4 g 5%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 3%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 326 mg 14%
Total Carbohydrates 6 g 2%
Fiber 3 g 10%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 3 g 6%
Ingredient Nutrition Info

Cauliflower is a high source of vitamin C.

Garlic contains vitamin B6, manganese and phosphorus.

Parsley is an excellent source of vitamins A, C and K.

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