Description
Cauliflower Rice Pilaf is a vibrant and nutritious side dish that’s perfect for your Thanksgiving celebration. This delightful medley features finely chopped cauliflower, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic herbs, creating a light yet satisfying alternative to traditional rice pilaf. Ready in just 30 minutes, it not only adds visual appeal to your holiday table but also envelops your gathering in warmth and flavor. Whether served alongside turkey or enjoyed as a standalone vegetarian option, this pilaf is sure to impress guests and become a cherished part of your Thanksgiving traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), finely chopped
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- ? cup pine nuts, toasted
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, saut? diced onion in olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the finely chopped bell peppers and saut? for another 3 minutes until softened.
- Add cauliflower rice and vegetable broth; mix well and let simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Fold in frozen green peas during the last minute of cooking.
- In a separate pan, lightly toast pine nuts until golden brown. Sprinkle over the pilaf before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg