Brazilian Cauliflower ‘Rice’ Salad with Cilantro‑Garlic Dressing
Riced cauliflower tossed with diced red pepper, scallions, and a fragrant cilantro‑garlic oil.

Total
28 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
8 min
Serves
3
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Recipe serves 3
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cauliflower rice
- 1/2 cup Red bell pepper, diced
- 3 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until they resemble rice; set aside.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the cauliflower rice, and sauté for 4‑5 minutes until just tender; transfer to a bowl.
- 3
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, then sauté the diced red pepper and scallions for 2‑3 minutes until crisp‑tender; combine with the cauliflower rice.
- 4
In a small bowl whisk together minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper; drizzle over the warm salad and toss to coat evenly.
- 5
Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes; garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
114
6% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.3 g |
| Fat | 9.3 g |
| Fiber | 3.7 g |
| Sugar | 3.2 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
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