Description
This Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Rice Bowl is a flavorful and nutritious meal option that’s easy to make. Roasted cauliflower rice serves as the base, topped with a variety of fresh vegetables and protein for a satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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For the Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Rice:
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen, thawed and dried)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Bowl Assembly:
- 1 cup chickpeas, roasted or sautéed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Optional: crumbled feta or grilled chicken
For Finishing:
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the Cauliflower Rice: In a large bowl, toss cauliflower rice with olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast: Spread cauliflower rice evenly on the baking sheet. Roast for 18–22 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly golden and fragrant.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide roasted cauliflower rice between bowls. Top with chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and optional protein or feta.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
