Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice
Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice brings bold, smoky notes from chili powder and cumin balanced by savory onion and a fresh kick of chunky salsa. The cauliflower “rice” stays tender with a lightly toasty edge from the sauté, making it a satisfying side for taco night or grilled proteins. Serve it warm for weeknight dinners or as a flavorful base for bowls.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 62 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 76
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 23
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the cauliflower rice in a microwave-safe bowl. Add about 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high until tender, about 5 minutes. Let it cool until safe to handle.
- 2
Spread a thin dish towel on a flat surface. Place 1/2 of the cauliflower in the center. Gather the 4 corners of the towel to fully wrap the cauliflower. Twist and squeeze firmly to remove as much water as possible. Unwrap and remove the cauliflower, then repeat with the remaining half.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high until it begins to smoke. Add the cauliflower, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and white pepper. Sauté, stirring constantly, until the cauliflower is browned and the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add the salsa. Cook and stir until the salsa is mostly reduced, 8 to 10 minutes more.
- Calories 111.73 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 2.01 g Low Source 4%
- Carbohydrate 8.7 g 3%
- Total Fat 8.69 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 1.24 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 149.34 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 2.79 g Low Source 10%
- Total Sugars 1.95 g --
- Added Sugars 0.21 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 20.85 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.93 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 145.64 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 0.35 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.49 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Low Carb Spanish Style Cauliflower Rice is a Spanish side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Powder, Chunky Mild Salsa, Granulated Garlic, and Ground Cumin. Each serving provides about 111.73 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice?
- It is a Spanish recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Powder, Chunky Mild Salsa, Granulated Garlic, Ground Cumin, Olive Oil. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 111.73 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice healthy?
- Low-Carb Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 111.73 calories and 2.01 g of protein, or 4% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 149.34 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.24 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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