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Mexican Cauliflower Rice (aka Spanish Cauliflower Rice)

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Yield 4 cups
Category Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Author Lauren

Description

The combination of juicy tangy tomatoes, perfectly crisp-tender cauliflower shreds, slightly sweet tomato paste, and a mix of spices is absolute harmony in this super savory low-carb side dish. 

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower (2 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup finely minced yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • kosher salt

Instructions

  • Remove stem and trim leaves from cauliflower. 
  • To shred the cauliflower into rice using a box grater: cut cauliflower into large chunks, then grate into rice using the medium-sized holes.
  • To shred the cauliflower into rice using a food processor: cut cauliflower into small pieces, attach the grater attachment to food processor, and feed cauliflower into processor to shred. 
  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick sauté pan over medium-high. Add onion and cook until softened and starting to turn golden brown, 3–5 minutes. 
  • Stir in tomato paste, garlic, oregano, cumin, cayenne, and paprika; cook 1 minute. Add drained tomatoes and cauliflower; toss to combine. Cover skillet with a tight fitting lid and let steam until tender, 5–8 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in ¾ teaspoon salt; season with additional salt and black pepper to taste. 

Notes

Store cauliflower rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
Cauliflower rice can be stored in resealable zipper-lock bags in the freezer for up to 2 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSodium: 259mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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