Cauliflower Copycat Chipotle Rice

Ever wonder what the secret is to Chipotle’s deliciously herby rice? Today we’re pulling back the curtain (and giving it a healthy twist) with this Cauliflower Copycat Chipotle Rice!

Cauliflower Copycat Chipotle Rice

I’m not going to sugar coat it. I’m obsessed with Chipotle. But living in Europe, the absence of Chipotle (or any decent Tex-Mex for that matter) has me speeding to the nearest Chipotle every time I visit the states. But when the cravings for that signature taste become too much, I’ve figured out the secret to the foundation of every one of their perfect burritos…the Chipotle rice!

Distinctly herby and citrusy, this addictive stuff seems to pair well with everything on the menu. But you’d be surprised by how easy it is to make! So today we’re making a delicious twist on everyone’s favorite Chipotle rice, using “riced” cauliflower (not that you’ll be able to tell the difference, especially once you’ve loaded up your burrito bowl with all your favorite fillings!)

And the best part of this Cauliflower Copycat Chipotle Rice? It’s even easier than regular rice.

You’ll grate your cauliflower into “rice” using either a box grater or the grating attachment of your food processor. Heat some oil in a large skillet then add the cauliflower and bay leaf.

Then just cook for a few minutes until the rice becomes slightly tender. Mix in chopped cilantro and lime juice (the secrets to that signature taste), stir it all up, and serve! I love using this stuff in vegetarian tacos or with these mushroom pulled pork nachos!

To make this Cauliflower Copycat Chipotle Rice you’ll need:

• ½ head of cauliflower
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
• 1 ½ tablespoon lime juice
• ¼ teaspoons salt

Kitchen tools you may find useful:

• Food processor
• Box grater
• Chef’s knife
• Serving bowl

Did you know how versatile cauliflower is? Find more delicious ways to use cauliflower below!

• Crockpot Creamy Cauliflower Soup
• General Tso’s Cauliflower
• Mashed Cauliflower Potatoes
• Sticky Garlic Cauliflower
• Whole Roasted Cauliflower
• Cauliflower Casserole
• Mexican Cauliflower Rice
• Cauliflower Pizza Bites

Cauliflower Copycat Chipotle Rice

Ever wonder what the secret is to Chipotle’s deliciously herby rice? Today we’re pulling back the curtain (and giving it a healthy twist) with this Cauliflower Copycat Chipotle Rice!

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Course: Sides

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: 4 servings

15 minutes mins

Calories: 35

Author: Amanda Davis

Ingredients

• ▢ ½ head of cauliflower
• ▢ 1 Tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 2 bay leaves
• ▢ 3 tablespoons cilantro finely chopped
• ▢ 1 ½ tablespoons lime juice
• ▢ ¼ teaspoons salt

Instructions

• Grate your cauliflower into “rice” using either a box grater or the grating attachment of your food processor.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cauliflower and bay leaves. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, until the rice becomes slightly tender.
• Mix in chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Serve warm or room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 35cal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 39mg | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 8.2mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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