Olive Rice

Olive Rice is a delightful low-carb Greek dish that combines the richness of olives with the freshness of herbs and vegetables, making it a flavorful and nutritious meal. This dish is perfect for those looking to enjoy Mediterranean flavors while keeping their carbohydrate intake in check.

Ingredients

• Riced cauliflower - 300 grams
• Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 20 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the riced cauliflower, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until it becomes tender.
4. Add the chopped Kalamata olives, halved cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, mixing well.
5. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are softened.
6. Remove from heat, and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
7. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in antioxidants and healthy fats from olives, promoting heart health.

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