Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

This cilantro lime cauliflower rice recipe only has 4g net carbs in each serving - and tastes just like you ordered it from a restaurant. It will become a staple on your dinner table!

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• Ingredients Needed For Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
• How To Make Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
• Frequently Asked Questions About Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
• More Mexican Recipes
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I almost miss rice on the keto diet. Almost.

With so many cauliflower rice recipes, I still get to enjoy the flavors of my favorite side dishes without the carbs - and this one is no different.

In fact, I love eating this one on Taco Tuesdays (along with Mexican cauliflower rice) and even make up new recipes whenever I just want an excuse to eat it. It has such a zesty and bright flavor.

Whoever put cilantro and lime together for the first time gave this world a gift! You are going to just love how this recipe tastes.

Ingredients Needed For Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

This recipe is naturally low in carbs and uses only a few simple ingredients. All of the exact amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. First, I have some extra information about what I used.

Riced Cauliflower

Save yourself time and just use frozen cauliflower rice that you have thawed. If you have a food processor, you can make your own cauliflower rice out of raw cauliflower.

Oil

I used extra virgin olive oil for this recipe. Other options include coconut oil or avocado oil. Just use your favorite type of oil!

Butter

I used unsalted butter so that I could control the amount of salt in the recipe. If you use salted butter, don't add any extra salt to it.

Lime

You only need to use the juice from ½ of a lime for the entire recipe. This is equivalent to about a tablespoon of jarred lime juice.

Cilantro

Add as much cilantro as you want! If you don't like cilantro, you can leave it out.

Please note: Check out the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients used to make this low-carb recipe.

Quick Tips:

• Garnish with fresh slices of lime. This not only makes it look festive but adds a bit more flavor to it too.
• If you use frozen cauliflower, you only need to sauté it until it is warmed through.
• For a dairy-free option, use ghee instead of butter.

How To Make Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

This is a really simple recipe and after you make it once, you'll have it memorized. All of the steps are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. First, here are some step-by-step photos, along with some additional tips.

Sauté The Cauliflower Rice

Before you add the cauliflower to the skillet, heat up the oil. Set your stove to medium-high heat and add the riced cauliflower when the oil is sizzling.

Then, sauté the cauliflower rice until it becomes tender.

Mix In The Lime Juice

Next, add the butter and lime juice to the skillet and stir to mix together. At this point, you can turn the heat down to medium or even medium-low.

Stir everything until it is combined really well.

Top With Cilantro

Towards the end, add the cilantro. I like to add it last because it retains its flavor and stays crispy.

What To Serve With Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Cilantro lime cauliflower rice has mild flavors that pairs well with almost any kind of recipe, but most people serve it with Mexican foods.

Make some keto cheese taco shells and enjoy this cauliflower rice with your low-carb tacos.

I also like it as a side with keto taco salad or even low-carb fish tacos. Really, any Mexican recipe will be perfect with it!

Frequently Asked Questions About Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Before we get to the recipe card, here are some questions people often ask about this cauliflower rice recipe.

How do you store leftover cauliflower rice?

This recipe is perfect for meal-prep for the week. Store your leftover cauliflower rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

The best way to reheat it is in a skillet over low heat. This way it will become nice and crispy again.

Can you make it in the microwave?

Yes, you can make cauliflower rice in the microwave. In fact, it's pretty simple!

All you do is add riced cauliflower to a microwave-safe dish. Then, add the olive oil, cilantro, and lime juice. Cover the dish with a paper towel and microwave on high for about 7 minutes.

It's even easier to make it with frozen steamable cauliflower rice - just follow the package directions. When it is finished cooking in the microwave, add the cilantro and lime juice. Then, it's ready to eat.

What meat can you mix in with the cauliflower to make it a complete meal?

This is the best part! You can add any type of meat that you like. Shredded chicken or even chorizo will taste delicious in a bowl with it.

You could even try some shredded pork.

How do you make this cilantro lime cauliflower rice taste spicy?

The best way to add a bit of spice is to add some sliced jalapeno or even habanero peppers. You could even just add a few splashes of hot sauce!

What can I use instead of cilantro?

If you don't like cilantro, you can use parsley in its place.

There you have it! This cilantro lime cauliflower rice is the perfect addition to your Mexican lunch or dinner. It's so easy to make that you'll want to make it as often as you can.

More Mexican Recipes

If you enjoyed this keto cilantro lime cauliflower rice, here are some more Mexican recipes that you should make next. These are some of my favorites:

• Cheesy Beef Taco Skillet has lots of toppings, including cauliflower rice.
• Taco Stuffed Yellow Squash is a fiber-rich meal that is packed with nutrients too.
• Keto Taco Dip is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even parties.
• Instant Pot Low-Carb Taco Soup has lots of spice and it's easy to add your favorite taco toppings.
• Mexican Zucchini And Ground Beef Skillet is a super-easy recipe that you can make in one pan.

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