Turmeric Lime Cauliflower Rice

I jumped on the cauliflower “rice” bandwagon.  It seems that all of those New Year’s resolutions buzzing around got me on a health kick.  But, this Turmeric Lime Cauliflower Rice ups the gluten-free side dish game.  Ditch the stove top cooking method and try roasting it in the oven.

Roasted Cauliflower Rice

I was reading up on cauliflower rice recipes. I liked what the BBC had to say about the topic.  Sure, you can make this in the microwave or stove top.  However, roasting it on a pan in the oven encourages caramelization and texture.  Both are things you know I love.

I added chopped pistachios for nuttiness and a soft crunch.  It reminds me of the rice pilaf I was raised on.  You know, the kind with the slivered almonds? I also added fresno chilis to add a punch of heat and color.

Next come the spices.  I went for turmeric because of the bright golden color. Then I went with cumin and white pepper for warmth.  It’s a rockin’ combo that elevates the mild cauliflower.

What to serve this with?  I cooked it up with soy marinated chicken as a main dish.  Or, you could got completely veggie and serve it with mushroom and pineapple kabobs.

Here’s to eating well <3

Turmeric Lime Cauliflower “Rice”

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★★★★★

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• Author: Joanie Simon
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Yield: 2-4 servings 1x

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Description

Riced cauliflower with turmeric, lime and pistachios is an easy side dish that also happens to be gluten free and vegan.

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Ingredients

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• 16 oz cauliflower, riced
• 1/3 cup chopped pistachios
• 1 Fresno pepper, minced
• 1/8 tsp cumin
• 1/8 tsp white pepper
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 Tbs honey (or agave for vegan)
• 1 Tbs oil
• 1 lime
• 1/4 cup cilantro chopped

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400F
2. Combine all ingredients except for lime and cilantro in a large bowl and toss to combine.
3. Spread cauliflower mixture onto a sheet pan and roast on the middle rack of the oven uncovered for 8 minutes then toss to move around the mixture and roast another 10 minutes until top of the cauliflower starts to slightly brown and steams.
4. Squeeze half of a lime over all of the mixture then serve immediately with extra lime wedges and chopped cilantro on top.

• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Category: Side
• Cuisine: Indian