Vegan Spanish Cauliflower Rice

Vegan Spanish Cauliflower Rice is a delicious and nutritious dinner recipe. It blends the Spain flavors with the health benefits of cauliflower. This dish uses cauliflower as a low-carb and vegan-friendly substitute for typical Spanish rice. The cauliflower is first pulsed into a rice-like texture and then sauteed with onion and garlic powder. Nutrients including Vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber are also abundant in the dish. We can stuff the yummy burrito bowl or corn taco with this Vegan Spanish Cauliflower Rice. It is a low-carb dish because cauliflower is a naturally low-carb vegetable.

Let’s prepare the rice with the instructions (listed below).

STATS

• Course: Dinner
• Cuisine: Spanish
• Diet: Vegan, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
• Cooking Time: 13 minutes
• Time required for Preparation: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Method: Stovetop

EQUIPMENT

• Cutting board
• One sharp knife
• High-speed food blender
• Nonstick pan
• One Cooking spoon
• Serving bowl or plate

INGREDIENTS

• One head of cauliflower
• Chunky salsa one cup
• Chili powder 1 tsp
• Half a tsp of onion powder
• 1/2 tsp of garlic powder
• Salt, add to taste
• Cooking oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Rinse the cauliflower head with regular water.
2. After that, place the cauliflower on a cutting board.
3. Now, cut it into normal bite sizes with a knife.
4. Next, shift the cauliflower to a food blender.
5. Process the cauliflower until its texture is grainy like rice.
6. After processing, set aside the cauliflower mixture.
7. Next, grease a nonstick pan with cooking oil.
8. Now, add the cauliflower to the grease pan.
9. Simmer it on a medium flame for at least six minutes.
10. Next, add spices like chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and onion powder to the pan.
11. Mix all items with a cooking spoon.
12. Again, cook all items for approximately one minute.
13. After that, add chunky salsa to the pan.
14. Simmer all items for about five minutes or until completely merged into the cauliflower.
15. The tasty and easy Spanish Cauliflower Rice is ready.
16. Shift the hot rice to a serving plate and serve.

UNIQUE GARNISHING IDEAS

You can decorate the rice plate with different items.

Parsley:

• Add chopped parsley as a garnish. Cilantro is also a suitable option.

Green onions:

• Top the rice plate with onions.

Vegan cheese:

• Incorporate a dash of plant-based and non-dairy cheese in the rice.

Avocado:

• Pair the rice with a slice of avocado.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Enjoy the delicious cauliflower rice with Fajitas or refried beans.
• Pair this dish with burritos or a burrito bowl.
• Enchiladas, Fajitas, or low-carb lettuce wraps go well with the rice.
• Accompany it with tortilla chips, vegan sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
• We can stuff the tacos with the cooked rice mixture.
• Serve it with colorful bell peppers and vegan soy curls.

TIPS

• Opt for a fresh, firm, and high-quality cauliflower.
• Instead of homemade cauliflower rice, you can utilize ready-made cauliflower rice.
• Choose good-quality and less salt salsa.
• Add different vegetables such as bell peppers, corn, or roasted zucchini to the rice.
• Try this rice recipe with a variety of colorful cauliflowers such as orange or purple cauliflower.
• We will grind the cauliflower head into a food processor until a grainy-like rice forms.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Advance Preparation:

• You can prepare the tasty rice five days before consuming it. Save the rice in a vessel and refrigerate it for later use.

Fridge:

• Cool the rice at a normal temperature before storing it. Next, store the cauliflower rice in a sealed bowl and refrigerate it for 3 to 4 days.

Freezer:

• You can also freeze the rice for seventy to ninety days.

Rewarming:

• We can reheat the frozen cauliflower rice with two methods such as microwave or stovetop method.

FAQs

Which variety of cauliflower is ideal for this rice dish?

• Cauliflower rice is best made using Romanesco or white cauliflower. These varieties are perfect for this recipe because they are firmer and contain less moisture.

Can I include protein in this recipe?

• Yes, you can add vegan-friendly protein sources such as beans, lentils, chickpeas, or tofu to make this dish.

What sort of salsa should I use?

• You can utilize your preferred restaurant style or chunky salsa. The quality of the salsa will affect the dish’s flavor.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Total servings 4
Total Calories 60 kcal
Carbohydrates 12 g
Protein 4 g
Total Fat 1 g
Sugar 5 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Iron 1 mg
Calcium 59 mg