Keto Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

Keto Cauliflower Rice Pilaf is a delightful, low-carb rendition of the traditional Lebanese pilaf, featuring fragrant spices and a medley of vegetables. This baked dish is not only satisfying but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect accompaniment or a standalone meal.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower Rice - 300 grams
• Olive Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell Pepper - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 small, diced
• Almonds - 30 grams, slivered
• Ground Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon Juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and diced carrot to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the cauliflower rice, slivered almonds, ground cumin, ground coriander, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until heated through and slightly golden on top.
7. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for Keto diets.
• Rich in fiber and essential nutrients from vegetables and almonds.

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