Parmesan Cauliflower Rice Skillet Recipe
A quick and flavorful Parmesan Cauliflower Rice Skillet recipe that combines sautéed cauliflower rice with garlic and a generous amount of parmesan cheese for a low-carb, delicious side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Oils & Fats
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and grate fresh cauliflower to make cauliflower rice or thaw frozen cauliflower rice. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook the Cauliflower Rice: Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet. Stir well with the garlic and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender and slightly golden.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the cauliflower rice. Stir quickly to incorporate the cheese into the hot cauliflower rice so it melts and blends evenly.
- Serve: Serve the Parmesan Cauliflower Rice hot as a healthy side dish to your favorite main course.
Notes
- Use fresh cauliflower for best texture, but frozen cauliflower rice also works well.
- You can adjust the amount of parmesan cheese based on your taste preferences.
- For extra flavor, add freshly ground black pepper or chopped fresh herbs like parsley.
- Ensure not to overcook the cauliflower rice to retain a light, fluffy texture.
Keywords: Parmesan cauliflower rice, low carb side dish, cauliflower skillet, garlic cauliflower rice, easy vegetable recipe
