10 Cauliflower "Grains" For Lightened-Up Meals
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More and more starches like rice, couscous, and grits are being replaced by pulverized cauliflower. It sounds totally strange, but we're seeing it everywhere — from our Pinterest feeds to our favorite food bloggers. Check out these recipes to become a cauli-"grain" believer!
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Paleo-Perfect Cauliflower "Rice"
It all begins with a basic: steamed cauliflower "rice."
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Crispy Peanut Tofu and Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry
Bok choy and crispy peanut tofu adorn a sesame-scented cauliflower rice stir-fry.
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Gluten-Free No-Mac and Cheese
Cauli takes the place of noodles in this no-mac and cheese.
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Cauliflower Sushi Rice
Yes, cauliflower can even replace white sushi rice in these salmon rolls.
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Cauliflower Couscous
No cooking is required for this Middle Eastern-flavored cauliflower couscous. The tiny cauliflower pieces really do have a similar texture and mouthfeel as wheat couscous.
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Teriyaki Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Take a Japanese spin with a teriyaki cauliflower rice bowl complete with teriyaki-sauce-covered sweet potatoes, edamame, charred corn, and avocado slices.
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Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits
Cauliflower takes a Southern twist with shrimp and cauliflower "grits."
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Asian Cauliflower Fried Rice
Bacon-lovers: prepare to meet the fried rice of your dreams, loaded with cremini mushrooms, egg, and more.
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Cauliflower Dirty Rice With Andouille Sausage
Cauli rice goes Cajun with this Paleo cauliflower dirty rice with andouille sausage.
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Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry
Load up on all your veggies by making a cauliflower-rice stir-fry.
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