Fried Cauliflower Rice

Makes 4 servings

This simple vegetarian fried rice is loaded with flavor and healthy nutrients, thanks to ginger, honey and edamame. The garlic chili paste adds just a touch of heat to the dish, which is balanced by lime and honey. This recipe is perfect for cold evenings and those nights when you really want takeout, but without all of that gross grease and unnecessary sodium.

INGREDIENTS

½ large head cauliflower
2 tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 red bell pepper, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 scallion, white and green parts thinly sliced and divided
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, cut into thin matchsticks
2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp. garlic chili paste
2 tbsp. honey
4 large eggs
1 cup peas
1 cup shelled edamame
Lime wedges, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut cauliflower into florets, discarding the firm inner core and leaves. Working in batches, transfer the cauliflower to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower looks like rice, about 15 seconds (be careful not to overdo it or the cauliflower will turn to porridge). Set aside, then repeat with the remaining cauliflower.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add pepper, the white parts of the scallion and ginger, and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the cauliflower, stir to combine and cook, covered, for 5 minutes, stirring once partway through.
3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, garlic chili paste and honey. In a small separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Push the cauliflower mixture to one side of the pan and add the 1 tablespoon of remaining oil to the cleared space, then add the eggs and cook, stirring, until thoroughly done, 2 minutes. Stir the cauliflower and eggs together.
4. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the sauce, peas and edamame; stir to mix. Serve garnished with the sliced scallion greens and with the lime wedges on the side.

NUTRITION • PER ONE SERVING

Calories 290
Total Fat 15g (19%)
Saturated Fat 3.213g (16%)
Trans Fat 0.026g
Total Carbohydrate 28g (10%)
Dietary Fiber 7g (25%)
Total Sugars 16g
Includes 0g
Added Sugars (0%)
Cholesterol 185mg (62%)
Sodium 390mg (17%)
Protein 16g (32%)
Vitamin D 4mcg (20%)
Calcium 99mg (8%)
Iron 3.23mg (20%)
Potassium 774mg (15%)
Phosphorus (20%)

This AMAZING Recipe can be found in my Mediterranean Meals on a Budget cookbook here