Healthy Sicilian Cauliflower Rice Recipe

Name: Healthy Sicilian Cauliflower Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup golden raisins; 1 large head cauliflower, separated into 1-inch florets; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 1/3 cup sliced skin-on almonds or shelled pistachios; 2 tablespoons drained capers; 2 small cloves garlic, thinly sliced; Zest of 1/2 lemon; Pinch red pepper flakes; Kosher salt; 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1/4 cup golden raisins
1 large head cauliflower, separated into 1-inch florets
1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
1/3 cup sliced skin-on almonds or shelled pistachios
2 tablespoons drained capers
2 small cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Zest of 1/2 lemon
Pinch red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped

1
Soak the raisins in warm water until plump, about 15 minutes.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
Meanwhile, trim the cauliflower florets, cutting away as much stem as possible.
4
In three batches, break up the florets into a food processor and pulse until the texture resembles that of couscous.
5
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
At the first wisp of smoke from the oil, add the onions, and stir to coat.
7
Continue cooking the onions, stirring frequently, until the edges are golden brown and the onions have softened, about 6 minutes.
8
Add the almonds, raisins, capers, garlic, lemon zest and red pepper flakes, and cook, stirring, until the almonds are golden, about 3 minutes.
9
Add the cauliflower to the skillet, and stir to combine.
10
Add 1 teaspoon salt, and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower has softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
11
Spoon the cauliflower into a large serving bowl, garnish with parsley and season to taste with salt.
12
Serve warm.

266

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup golden raisins, 1 large head cauliflower, separated into 1-inch florets, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Healthy Sicilian Cauliflower Rice falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Healthy Sicilian Cauliflower Rice

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