Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice Bowl, where fluffy cauliflower rice meets a colorful medley of fresh vegetables and zesty herbs. Perfect for any occasion, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience that’s both healthy and satisfying. Enjoy it as a quick lunch, an impressive dinner, or an effortless meal prep option that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced (preferably English)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower rice by removing the leaves and chopping it into smaller pieces. Use a food processor or grater to transform it into rice-sized grains.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add the cauliflower rice and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened yet still slightly crunchy.
- Incorporate diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the cooked mixture while stirring to combine.
- Serve the mixture in bowls topped with crumbled feta cheese and extra oregano if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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