CAULIFLOWER 'RICE' RECIPE WITH PESTO
Healthy and low in calories, this Cauliflower 'Rice' recipe with Pesto is a vibrant side dish bursting with basil, spinach, garlic, lemon and Parmesan flavors.
Provided by Cheryl
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- PREPARE AND 'RICE' CAULIFLOWER: Rinse cauliflower and shake off excess water. Cut into quarters and then into florets. Remove all stems. Place half of florets into a food processor and pulse until cauliflower resembles rice. Empty into a skillet. You may still have a couple of florets that didn't chop. Just add them to the next batch. Pulse next batch until all cauliflower is rice-size. Add to skillet. You will have about 4 cups 'rice'.
- MAKE PESTO: In the same processor bowl, add spinach, basil, Parmesan cheese, nuts (if using), garlic, salt, pepper, lemon zest and a bit of the oil (about 2-3 tablespoons). Process until blended. While processor is still on, slowly add remaining oil through feeder tube until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- COOK CAULIFLOWER RICE: Add 1 tablespoon oil to cauliflower in skillet and heat to medium. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for 5-10 minutes. This will depend on the size and depth of the pan. Cauliflower should be tender (not mushy) and still have a slight bite to it.
- ADD PESTO AND SERVE: Add about 1/4 to 1/2 cup pesto until you're happy with the taste (reserve any leftovers for pesto ricotta crostini appetizers or other uses). Stir until well combined and heated through - one to two minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with or pass extra Parmesan, chopped nuts and/or shredded basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 g, Calories 244 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 288 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g
BAKED CAULIFLOWER AND RICE RISOTTO WITH MINT PESTO
I'll admit, the title of this recipe isn't super catchy--but the flavor and ease more than make up for that. If you've ever made risotto, you know that it is typically a dish that requires a lot of stirring. This version is virtually hands-free, but with the same lush and creamy consistency as traditional risotto. It's a great, easy recipe for beginners and the result is restaurant-worthy. It's super adaptable; the mint pesto is great but you can adapt your favorite risotto into this one or stir in your favorite pesto. If you want to time this perfectly for guests, you can complete the recipe through step 6 up to an hour ahead of time and leave it off the heat, covered. Five minutes before you want to eat, place over medium heat and proceed with the rest of the recipe.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the mint pesto: Process the nuts and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. Add the mint, salt, and pepper to taste and pour the oil on top. Process until well blended, adding an extra tablespoon oil if needed. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- For the baked cauliflower and rice risotto: Heat the olive oil in a large, ovenproof saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until tender and translucent, about 6 minutes. Do not let it brown.
- Add the Arborio rice, salt, and pepper and stir to combine, coating all the rice with the oil. Saute the rice for 3 to 4 minutes, or until some of the grains become translucent.
- Stir in the Cauliflower Rice and saute for 2 minutes.
- Pour the wine into the pan, bring to a simmer, and cook until it has been absorbed, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in 2 cups of the very hot stock or water, bring to a simmer, cover, and place the pan in the oven. Bake until most of the liquid is absorbed but the rice is still slightly undercooked, about 15 to 16 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and set on the stovetop over medium heat. Add 3/4 cup of superhot stock or water and cook the rice, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes. Taste the rice for doneness. Ideally, it is a little al dente and the risotto creamy. Stir in the butter, 3/4 cup of the Parmesan, the spinach, if using, and the pesto. Adjust the consistency with additional stock, if needed; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately with the remaining Parmesan on the side.
- Place the cauliflower in a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse for about 30 seconds, or until you get very small pieces (resembling snow or rice).
More about "cauliflower rice recipe with pesto food"
PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE - KIRBIE'S CRAVINGS
Web 2017-02-21 Add oil to a large skillet and bring to medium heat. Add in cauliflower rice and cook until tender. To make the pesto, add all …
From kirbiecravings.com
5/5 (2)Total Time 20 minsCategory Side DishCalories 293 per serving
From kirbiecravings.com
5/5 (2)Total Time 20 minsCategory Side DishCalories 293 per serving
- Add oil to a large skillet and bring to medium heat. Add in cauliflower rice and cook until tender.
- To make the pesto, add all pesto ingredients into a food processor. Pulse several minutes until it reaches a thick sauce consistency. Pesto will initially be very chunky but will break down further into a sauce-like consistency after a few minutes. If it is not breaking down, add a little more olive oil until it does break down. Taste and adjust as needed. Depending on the type of kale you use and personal preference you may want to add more cheese, oil, lemon, etc.
- Stir pesto into the cauliflower rice. Start with a few tablespoons and add more as needed until it reaches your desired taste. You may not need the entire amount and can reserve any unused pesto for another recipe.
PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE - THE HARVEST KITCHEN
Web 2019-01-17 Set aside. Heat the olive oil to a large skillet over medium low heat. Add the chopped onion and saute until the onions are light golden …
From theharvestkitchen.com
5/5 (1)Category SidesCuisine HealthyTotal Time 20 mins
From theharvestkitchen.com
5/5 (1)Category SidesCuisine HealthyTotal Time 20 mins
PARMESAN PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE - MY SEQUINED LIFE
Web 2017-06-28 Remove cauliflower from food processor and wipe clean for the pesto later on. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add broken up cauliflower and stir. Cover and cook 5 or so …
From mysequinedlife.com
From mysequinedlife.com
PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE - BELLY LAUGH LIVING
Web 2020-07-07 Grate the cauliflower into the size of rice. Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil to large pan. Turn burner on medium heat (NOT high!) Saute the cauliflower rice. Cook for about 5 minutes. Season with salt. Add the …
From bellylaughliving.com
From bellylaughliving.com
PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE + BLISTERED TOMATOES - THE …
Web An easy-to-make Pesto Cauliflower Rice recipe from the Whole Smiths! Paleo-friendly, vegan, vegetarian and Whole30 compliant. An easy-to-make Pesto Cauliflower Rice recipe from the Whole Smiths! ... event …
From thewholesmiths.com
From thewholesmiths.com
PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE - PERFECT KETO
Web 2021-12-22 Use this pesto cauliflower rice as a side dish for grilled chicken. Marinate 4 uncooked thinly sliced chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon lemon …
From perfectketo.com
Servings 8Total Time 10 minsCategory BreakfastCalories 192 per serving
From perfectketo.com
Servings 8Total Time 10 minsCategory BreakfastCalories 192 per serving
PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE - EASY VEGAN RECIPE | BITES OF WELLNESS
Web 2022-10-04 How to make pesto cauliflower rice. Start by preheating a large pan over medium heat. Finely chop the onion. Spray the preheated pan with olive oil or avocado …
From bitesofwellness.com
Cuisine American, ItalianTotal Time 15 minsCategory Side DishCalories 239 per serving
From bitesofwellness.com
Cuisine American, ItalianTotal Time 15 minsCategory Side DishCalories 239 per serving
CHICKEN CAULIFLOWER SKILLET RECIPE | REE DRUMMOND | FOOD NETWORK
Web Directions. For the chicken and cauliflower: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large heavy-bottomed ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Pat …
From foodnetwork.com
Author Ree DrummondSteps 5Difficulty Easy
From foodnetwork.com
Author Ree DrummondSteps 5Difficulty Easy
18 BEST CAULIFLOWER RICE RECIPES & IDEAS - FOOD NETWORK
Web 2022-04-28 18 Cauliflower Rice Recipes That'll Make You Forget All About the Grain. We love cauliflower in every form, but riced cauliflower is at the top of our list. This …
From foodnetwork.com
Author By
From foodnetwork.com
Author By
CAULIFLOWER RICE RECIPE WITH PESTO | RECIPE | VEGETARIAN SIDE DISHES ...
Web Oct 24, 2020 - Healthy and colorful, this Cauliflower 'rice' recipe with pesto is a vibrant side dish with cauliflower, basil, spinach, garlic, lemon and Parmesan. Pinterest. Today. …
From pinterest.ca
From pinterest.ca
CAULIFLOWER RICE | RECIPETOEATS
Web 2022-12-18 The grating disc works better than the default “S” curve blade that food processors come with to evenly grate all the cauliflower into rice shaped pieces. While …
From recipetoeats.pages.dev
From recipetoeats.pages.dev
97 BEST VEGETARIAN RECIPES FOR CROWD-PLEASING MEATLESS MEALS
Web 1 minute ago Toasted Tomato-Paneer Sandwiches. Paneer softens, but doesn’t melt completely, when seared, adding a satisfying texture to an easy tomato sauce spiced …
From epicurious.com
From epicurious.com
LEMON PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE RECIPE - OH SO DELICIOSO
Web 2021-03-04 Combine olive oil, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and basil in your blender jar or food processor. Add salt and pepper. Blend to desired consistency. I like …
From ohsodelicioso.com
From ohsodelicioso.com
CAULIFLOWER RICE PESTO SANDWICH [VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE]
Web Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, prepare the eggplant or zucchini slices on it. Season them with salt and pepper, and drizzle with a splash of balsamic vinegar. Bake …
From onegreenplanet.org
From onegreenplanet.org
CAULIFLOWER WITH PESTO RECIPE - THE SPRUCE EATS
Web 2021-05-28 For the best and most even texture, put the cauliflower pieces in a steam basket over real boiling water, cover, and steam until the cauliflower is as tender as you …
From thespruceeats.com
From thespruceeats.com
CAULIFLOWER RICE WITH BASIL-SPINACH PESTO AND CHICKPEAS - FAKE …
Web 2016-10-05 Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the cauliflower. Cook for 3 minutes, until it begins to soften and browns slightly. …
From fakefoodfree.com
From fakefoodfree.com
PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE WITH SHRIMP - EVERYDAYMAVEN™
Web 2015-08-02 Add cauliflower rice. Cook until heated through, about 4 to 5 min, stirring occasionally. Return shrimp to pan and add pesto and use a spatula or wooden spoon to …
From everydaymaven.com
From everydaymaven.com
15-MINUTE PESTO CHICKEN CAULIFLOWER RICE RECIPE - HER HIGHNESS, …
Web Step 1: Saute the tomato with olive oil for around 1-2 minutes. Then stir in the cauliflower rice and garlic for another minute. Stir in the chicken, tomato paste and pesto, add salt …
From hh-hm.com
From hh-hm.com
CHICKEN PESTO CAULIFLOWER RICE BAKE - BEAUTY AND THE FOODIE
Web 2015-10-11 Directions: Preheat oven to 400 F, and place almonds on a baking sheet. Toast almonds for 7 to 10 mins until lightly golden brown. Remove and cool. Add …
From beautyandthefoodie.com
From beautyandthefoodie.com
ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH CAULIFLOWER RICE AND PESTO
Web 2015-10-15 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Toss the roasting vegetables with the olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Spread the veggies out on a baking sheet in a single layer …
From darngoodveggies.com
From darngoodveggies.com
CAULIFLOWER RICE BOWLS WITH VEGAN PESTO - FORKS OVER KNIVES
Web 2022-07-19 Instructions. In a 5-quart pot combine rice and 4 cups water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 30 minutes or until nearly tender.
From forksoverknives.com
From forksoverknives.com
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love