Golden Cauliflower Rice is a light version of a traditional rice recipe and it’s loaded with flavor and color. This recipe is a versatile side dish that everyone will love!

About a year ago, I decided to make a cauliflower rice recipe called Mushroom Cauliflower rice that has become one of the most popular recipes on my blog. I didn’t know I would like it because I’m not a huge fan of cauliflower, but fortunately, I loved it a lot, and since then, I’ve been making cauliflower rice constantly. So, I decided to make another cauliflower rice with turmeric since I am in love with this golden spice.

About this Golden Cauliflower Rice recipe

This Golden Cauliflower Rice is so good. I could eat this type of side dish on a daily basis. I love all the ingredients in there, and it’s just so good for you, colourful and delicious. That’s why I urge you to try it because you won’t regret it. Trust me!

This Golden Cauliflower Rice goes really well with roasted chicken or a delicious fish recipe, or even shrimp, some roasted green beans, and roasted brussels sprouts. It even goes well with soup like my Instant Pot Taco Soup Recipe!

What are the benefits of eating Cauliflower Rice?

I love cauliflower rice because it has fewer carbs than the traditional rice recipe, which means it is a low-carb alternative to grains and legumes. It’s, of course gluten-free, and it contains lots of bulk with few calories.

I have so many cauliflower rice recipes if you want to make more! Try my Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower Rice Recipe, Spicy Chicken with Cauliflower Rice, and my Easy Zucchini Cauliflower Rice!

What can I add to cauliflower rice?

I love cauliflower because it is a very adaptable veggie that goes well with almost any type of spice. I particularly like it with garlic powder, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, turmeric, and of course salt and pepper. Super yummy!

How do you make cauliflower rice?

It’s super easy to make cauliflower rice using a food processor. And here is how I make it:

First, I cut a medium cauliflower head into florets.
Then, add the florets to a food processor and pulse it for about 20 seconds. After this time, you’ll see that the florets just turned into a “rice” like consistency. Please do not pulse it for more than 20 seconds because your cauliflower “rice” may become cauliflower “mash”.
Finally, I transfer the cauliflower “rice” to a skillet and season it with the spices you prefer. then in 5 to 10 minutes and your golden cauliflower rice will be delicious and ready to eat. So good!

But, if you want to save some time in your kitchen, you can also buy it ready to cook. Cauliflower products are getting very popular nowadays because they are low-carb and Keto friendly. To be honest with you I sometimes buy it at my local store or online too because I have to have it on hand for the busy days. This one from Amazon is keto-friendly, and it’s made from 100% air-dried cauliflower. You should try it 😉 Here is a link for all the cauliflower products on Amazon. I also love cauliflower crust pizza that you can now buy at local stores and at Amazon.com as well.

How do I freeze cauliflower rice?

It’s super easy once you have your cauliflower “rice” ready.

First, in a freeze bag, add about 2 cups of raw riced cauliflower.
Press air out of the bag and seal.
Write the amount and the date on the bag
Repeat with the remaining cauliflower.
Flatten the bags and stack them to freeze for about 3 months.

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Golden Cauliflower Rice

Golden Cauliflower Rice is a light version of a traditional rice recipe and it’s loaded with flavor and color. This recipe is a versatile side dish that everyone will love!

Prep: 10

Cook: 10

Total: 20

Servings: people

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Ingredients

▢ 1 head medium cauliflower rice
▢ 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or coconut oil
▢ ½ cup small white onion chopped
▢ ½ cup red bell pepper chopped
▢ 1 garlic cloves minced
▢ 1-2 tbsp turmeric powder
▢ Salt and ground black pepper to taste
▢ Fresh chives for garnish chopped

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Instructions

Pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor for about 25-30 seconds until it’s a rice-like consistency. Set aside.
Add oil on skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, red bell pepper and garlic for about 4 minutes.
Add riced cauliflower and add turmeric. Mix everything well.
Cook until tender and season with salt and pepper to taste.
When it’s time to serve, top with chives.

Tips

If you love cauliflower recipes, click HERE, where you'll find a full list of additional cauliflower recipes. They are all low-carb, gluten-free and delicious.

When buying the cauliflower, make sure the head is firm and tight. Avoid any cauliflower with yellow, dry patches on it.
You can buy pre-cut florets to save prep time on cutting up a head of cauliflower. You can also buy pre-riced cauliflower.
Feel free to change the red bell peppers to any coloured bell pepper.

To store: Store leftover cauliflower rice in an airtight container for up to 4 days once they’ve cooled to room temperature.
To reheat: Reheat leftover cauliflower rice microwave or eat it cold.