Saffron Cauliflower Rice With Rainbow Vegetables

Name: Saffron Cauliflower Rice With Rainbow Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small red onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium orange pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped; 2 cups cauliflower rice; 1 cup vegetable broth; pinch of saffron threads; 20 green olives, chopped in half; 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped; pinch of salt; pinch of pepper; pinch of paprika

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium orange pepper, chopped
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
2 cups cauliflower rice
1 cup vegetable broth
pinch of saffron threads
20 green olives, chopped in half
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped
pinch of salt
pinch of pepper
pinch of paprika

1
To prepare your saffron threads, rub them between your fingers to slightly crush. Add the saffron to hot vegetable broth and allow to steep like you would tea and set aside until you are ready to use.
2
Over medium heat add oil to large cast iron pan. Add onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
3
Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Add peppers and sun-dried tomatoes to pan and cook for 4 more minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
5
Wipe out pan and return to medium heat.
6
Add cauliflower rice, vegetable broth and saffron mixture to the pan and cook until liquid is cooked off, about 20 minutes. Stir in salt, pepper if needed.
7
Add mixture cauliflower rice to a serving bowl and top vegetables and green olives, paprika and parsley.

193

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small red onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 medium orange pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Saffron Cauliflower Rice With Rainbow Vegetables 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!