So there are all these DIETS and HEALTHY FADS out there. Many of them are need based. All of us food bloggers know many bloggers or friends that have these real life issues and have adapted their eating to live a healthier and more comfortable lifestyle. What these needs have done for a lot of us is expose us to their needs and to ways we can eat healthier. Riced Cauliflower is an example of a gluten free and low carb diet. I added green lentils to my version to add color and additional health benefits.
Riced Cauliflower
Just because it is healthy does not mean it is not super tasty. This recipe does not have to be a substitute for rice. This Green Lentil Riced Cauliflower stands on its own. My recipe including the green lentils could easily be a meal in and of itself. If I did not add the lentils, this dish could be ready in a little more than 5 minutes.
All that is required is to trim the stalks of the cauliflower. Then, the florets are pulsed in a food processor. Take the pulsed cauliflower – the rice, and put it in a sauté pan with a little oil. Add some spices to give it flavor and there you have it. How easy it that? I created my version to serve as the base for my Skillet Salmon with tomatoes. My meal was delicious, light and visually very appealing.
Skillet Salmon from Feed Your Soul Too
The cauliflower florets in the food processor.
Cauliflower in Food Processor
The rice added to the sauté pan and the green lentils added.
Cauliflower Saute
The cauliflower rice plated.
Riced Cauliflower Plated
- 1 head of cauliflower, stems cut off
- 1 cup green lentils
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon cardamon
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil.
- Drop in the green lentils and cook until tender. Set aside.
- Cut off the stems of the cauliflower and pulse the florets in your food processor until rice is formed. It will only take 4 or 5 pulses.
- Add the oil to a skillet and warm over medium high heat.
- Add the Riced Cauliflower and add the spices. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes until warmed through.
- Add in the cooked lentils and cook for 1 more minute.
- Serve and enjoy!
Oh my word!! This looks and sounds amazing!! I am always looking for a new side dish — I am trying this one!
Thx Michaela. It has a ton of flavor and perfect for someone who needs low carb or a gluten substitute.
I’ve been meaning to try this, thanks for sharing your recipe.
Do it Patty. It is so easy that you will do it a lot.
Such a clever recipe! And so much healthier too!
I cannot take credit for the original idea just the flavors. It is very healthy.
I love cauliflower but pretty much only ever roast it. Need to try some other methods like this!
This is a great alternative way to prepare cauliflower and ready in no time.
Always looking for new ways to substitute out rice and this looks easy enough!! The food processor’s uses always amaze me. I love new texture in my food so the addition of the lentils is brilliant 🙂 thanks for sharing!
Thank you for your nice words Nicole.
I have been in a big riced cauliflower phase. I love how versatile it is. Love the spices in this recipe. 🙂
First time that I have tried it but it will definitely be repeated often.
What a gorgeous photo with the salmon! I have made pizza dough with riced cauliflower. We actually really like it! I love the addition of the lentils!
I tried pizza dough with cauliflower a long time ago. I need to try it again.
This looks so tasty and wonderfully wholesome! I keep meaning to try riced cauliflower and I keep forgetting. Thanks for reminding me! It honestly looks like it would make the perfect side dish!
I am the same as you. I see so many great ideas out there that I want to try. If only I had enough time to make them all.
Cauliflower rice is a great idea! Nice addition with the lentils!
The lentils added some color and texture.