10 Cauliflower "Grains" For Lightened-Up Meals
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!
Paleo-Perfect Cauliflower "Rice"
It all begins with a basic: steamed cauliflower "rice."
Crispy Peanut Tofu and Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry
Bok choy and crispy peanut tofu adorn a sesame-scented cauliflower rice stir-fry.
Gluten-Free No-Mac and Cheese
Cauli takes the place of noodles in this no-mac and cheese.
Cauliflower Sushi Rice
Yes, cauliflower can even replace white sushi rice in these salmon rolls.
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.
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.
Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits
Cauliflower takes a Southern twist with shrimp and cauliflower "grits."
Asian Cauliflower Fried Rice
Bacon-lovers: prepare to meet the fried rice of your dreams, loaded with cremini mushrooms, egg, and more.
Cauliflower Dirty Rice With Andouille Sausage
Cauli rice goes Cajun with this Paleo cauliflower dirty rice with andouille sausage.
Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry
Load up on all your veggies by making a cauliflower-rice stir-fry.