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Basic Cauliflower Rice

Basic Cauliflower Rice

Ingredients

Makes 5 :Servings

Prep: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Serving size 1/5 of recipe

Calories 68 Protein 2 g Carbohydrates 7 g Fat 4 g Fiber 3 g Sugar 3 g Sodium 29 mg

• 1 pound cauliflower florets
• 11/2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• sea salt and black pepper
• garnish: sliced green onions

Method

1. Place the cauliflower in a food processor or high-powered blender
2. Pulse it until you have a ricelike texture
3. Be careful not to pulverize it
4. Add the cauliflower rice to a cheesecloth or thin but sturdy towel and wrap it up tightly
5. Squeeze to release as much water as possible
6. Depending on how much you lift at the gym or the amount of stress you are under at work, you may need to repeat this step a few times in order to get as much water out as possible
7. Unwrap the cauliflower and set it aside in a bowl
8. To a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the onion and bell pepper and cook until tender, about 6 minutes
9. Add the garlic and cook about 2 minutes more to allow the oil to absorb all the flavors
10. Add the cauliflower and any extra flavors to the skillet
11. Mix everything together, then cover and cook until the rice is firm yet tender, about 6 minutes
12. Season to taste with salt and black pepper, then garnish and make it your own using the tips below