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Cooked rice dish with chopped vegetables and tomato chunks in a brown bowl.

Mexican Cauliflower Rice

Diana Rattray
This Mexican Cauliflower Rice is a quick, low-carb side made with cauliflower rice, salsa, green onions, and taco seasoning. It’s ready in under 15 minutes and pairs perfectly with tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.
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Servings 4 servings
Calories 67
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cauliflower rice, fresh* or frozen
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 to 3 green onions
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • ¾ cup salsa, thick and chunky
  • 2 tsp taco seasoning
  • Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the cauliflower rice as needed (see notes) until tender and hot. Set aside.
    2 cups cauliflower rice
  • Slice the green onions thinly, keeping the dark green tops separated from the white and light green parts.
    2 to 3 green onions
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced white and light green parts of the green onions. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the garlic and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
    1 clove garlic | 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Add the hot cauliflower rice, salsa, taco seasoning, and the sliced green onion tops. Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed. Stir to combine and heat through.
    3/4 cup salsa | 2 tsp taco seasoning | Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Notes

*To rice fresh cauliflower, grate it on a box grater or use a food processor with the grating blade.
Cook the frozen cauliflower rice according to the package directions. If you are using fresh cauliflower rice, sauté it in a skillet over medium heat with about 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Alternatively, microwave the cauliflower rice in a microwave-safe container, adding a splash of water. Cover with a damp paper towel and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 349mgPotassium: 385mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 299IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword cauliflower, Mexican cauliflower rice, salsa
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