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    You are here: Crunchy Creamy Sweet / Side Dish / Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice Recipe

    Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice Recipe

    Published: Apr 24, 2019 · Modified: Mar 10, 2020 by Anna 11 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice is made with just 4 ingredients! A perfect low-carb side dish that's bursting with flavor.

    This is a great healthy option, just like my Mashed Cauliflower or the Cauliflower Fried Rice. You can use my homemade Cauliflower Rice or store-bought frozen rice.

    Close up shot of lemon garlic cauliflower rice in white bowl.

    One of my favorite dishes to make with cauliflower is to turn it into rice. Now, you can easily buy it frozen in stores. Either way, it's a great low-carb grain-free option instead of rice. It cooks faster, it's delicious and you can easily add flavor to it, depending on the dish you are making. I used lemon zest and garlic and it's bursting with flavors! You can serve it with any dish that calls for rice, add grilled vegetables or seafood for a light and healthy meal or use for meal prep.

    Ingredients:

    • medium cauliflower head or ready-made cauliflower rice
    • lemon
    • minced garlic
    • parsley (fresh or dried)
    • olive oil

    Instructions:

    • Start by grating cauliflower if you are making it from florets. If you are using the store-bought kind, check directions to see if it needs to be thawed before using.
    • Heat up olive oil in skillet. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add cauliflower rice and saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and parsley.
    • Add a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice if desired.
    • Serve rice immediately or cool completely and refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
    Overhead shot of cauliflower rice, lemon zest, garlic and parsley in pan.

    What to serve with this rice?

    • This is a perfect side with any Asian dish. Check out our Asian category for recipes!
    • Add grilled shrimp, chicken or pork chops.
    • Serve with Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon.
    • Add grilled vegetables for a vegetarian salad.
    Overhead shot of lemon garlic cauliflower rice in stainless steel pan.

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment! 😀

    Cauliflower rice with lemon in a bowl.

    Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice

    Author: Anna
    This Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Rice is made with just 4 ingredients! Perfect low-carb side dish that's bursting with flavor. Serve it with grilled seafood, chicken or pork chops. Use instead of rice in Asian dishes or add roasted vegetables for a light salad.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 7 mins
    Total Time 12 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 78 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 medium cauliflower head or 3 cups cauliflower rice
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 lemon
    • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
    • 2 teaspoons parsley fresh or dried
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Cut cauliflower into florets, discarding the stems and leaves.
    • Grate cauliflower on the big hole side of the grated.
    • Heat up olive oil in skillet.
    • Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
    • Add cauliflower rice and saute for 4 to 5 minutes.
    • Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and parsley.
    • Serve immediately, or cool completely and store in fridge for up to 5 days.

    Notes

    This cauliflower rice can be frozen for up to 1 month.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 476mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 84.3mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 0.8mg
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    1. Les says

      January 28, 2022 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      Can I prepare ahead of time and reheat?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 06, 2022 at 12:06 am

        Absolutely yes!

        Reply
    2. Leslie says

      June 25, 2020 at 8:24 am

      How many servings does this recipe make?

      Reply
    3. Jocelyn says

      April 26, 2019 at 10:16 am

      5 stars
      We eat cauliflower rice all the time. I loved the flavor of lemon and garlic in this version!

      Reply
    4. Cheryl S says

      April 25, 2019 at 7:33 am

      5 stars
      So easy and delicious I could eat this at every meal!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 25, 2019 at 11:33 am

        Me too! Thanks Cheryl!

        Reply
    5. Aimee Shugarman says

      April 25, 2019 at 7:05 am

      5 stars
      Was the perfect side dish to our bbq chicken last night. Thanks for a great recipe!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 25, 2019 at 11:33 am

        Awesome! I am so glad it was a hit! Thanks, Aimee!

        Reply
    6. Kristyn says

      April 24, 2019 at 10:19 pm

      5 stars
      I have really learned to love cauliflower rice! I love the thought of lemon & garlic added. I am trying to eat healthier, so this will be added to the menu!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 25, 2019 at 11:33 am

        That's fantastic! Thanks, Kristyn!

        Reply
    7. Jen says

      April 24, 2019 at 6:03 pm

      5 stars
      This is such an easy side dish to add to any dinner. Love the flavor!

      Reply

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