Top your cauliflower rice with something amazing tonight. From basic beef and broccoli to spicy gumbo, these recipes will have your tastebuds crying for more.
35 Recipes That Start with Cauliflower Rice
Updated on Apr. 25, 2024
Basic Cauliflower Rice
Cauliflower rice is a tasty low-calorie alternative to rice. Start with our super easy recipe (or grab a bag in the frozen food aisle of the store), then browse through this collection for saucy, flavorful recipes to pair it with!
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Kimchi Cauliflower Fried Rice
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my favorite recipes because it is customizable. If there’s a vegetarian in the family, leave out the bacon. You can also add your favorite veggies. —Stefanie Schaldenbrand, Los Angeles, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 254 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 204mg cholesterol, 715mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 high-fat meat.
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Pineapple Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowls
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tropical favorite is a delicious and healthy dinner with tons of flavor! You can substitute regular rice for the cauliflower rice if desired. —Bethany DiCarlo, Harleysville, Pennsylvania
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Sheet-Pan Jambalaya with Cauliflower Rice
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sheet-pan dinners are a busy cook’s dream with quick prep and easy cleanup. This sheet-pan jambalaya is a healthy twist on a classic that uses cauliflower rice for a lower-carb supper. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 366 calories, 23g fat (6g saturated fat), 158mg cholesterol, 1301mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein.
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Shrimp with Warm German-Style Coleslaw
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We love anything that is tangy or has bacon. With fennel and tarragon, this is a super savory dish. I use the medley from Minute Rice if I don't have time to make my own. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 472 calories, 20g fat (5g saturated fat), 156mg cholesterol, 546mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
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Chinese-Style Ribs
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was working two jobs, slow cooking was my way of life. Sometimes I had more than one slow cooker going at a time to help me feed my family delicious home-cooked meals. It's nice to walk in after a hard day's work and have dinner ready. I hope you agree these ribs are quick, easy and delicious. Enjoy! —Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 498 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 1115mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 42g protein.
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Chicken & Spanish Cauliflower “Rice”
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I learned about the paleo diet from some friends who now have tons of energy and are super fit. Since then, I’ve changed my eating habits, too. Everyone from my dad to my little nephew loves this chicken in Spanish cauliflower rice. —Megan Schmoldt, Westminster, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 227 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 492mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Paprika Pork
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was little, I would often ask my mom to make my "favorite meat." She knew I was requesting this homey pork recipe. It's been in my family for more than 30 years and it's still a favorite! —Alexandra Barnett, Forest, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup pork mixture: 320 calories, 23g fat (14g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
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Chicken with Garlic Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Chicken with garlic sauce is a popular dish on Chinese takeout menus. This version is so easy you can have it ready on your dinner table in less time than it takes for delivery. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 339 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1008mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 38g protein.
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Meatballs in Honey Buffalo Sauce
Total Time
2 hours 45 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves the sweet and spicy combination and declared this recipe an instant favorite just for that reason. The meatballs start sweet but finish with a little heat! —Anne Ormond, Dover, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
3 meatballs with 2 tablespoons sauce: 258 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 459mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein.
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Eggplant Curry
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a fragrant and flavorful dish that's packed with nutritious goodness. I like to enjoy it with sticky rice. —Marly Chaland, Maple, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 457 calories, 22g fat (16g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1364mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 14g fiber), 11g protein.
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Pot Roast with Asian Black Bean Sauce
Total Time
5 hours 55 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love stir-fry with black bean sauce. This recipe takes the delicious flavor of black bean sauce and joins it with fork-tender pot roast. —Judy Lawson, Chelsea, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 281 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Garlic Chicken with Herbs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pan-roasting garlic cloves turns them into rich, creamy deliciousness. This chicken is also fantastic with a loaf of crusty bread or mashed potatoes on the side. —Kathy Fleming, Lisle, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 214 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 487mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Sausage & Chicken Gumbo
Total Time
6 hours 35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe for classic southern comfort food was the first thing I ever cooked for my girlfriend. It was simple to make but tasted gourmet—definitely love at first bite. —Kael Harvey, Brooklyn, NY
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 427 calories, 31g fat (9g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 1548mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Takeout Beef Fried Rice
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Transform last night's supper into tonight's dinner for six. Hoisin-flavored chuck roast works wonders in this recipe, but you can use flank steak as well. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 367 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 136mg cholesterol, 793mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Curried Lamb and Potatoes
Total Time
4 hours 30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Loads of rich flavors and spices make this a warming, inviting meal. It’s a great way to impress at a family get-together. —Subrina Goosch, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without rice): 337 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 935mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g protein.
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Black & White Bean Chili
Total Time
4 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a healthy and filling meal that even the kids love! The satisfying chili is great for football games or potluck dinners. —Katti Scott, Manteo, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 252 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 850mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 8g fiber), 24g protein.
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Huli Huli Chicken
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I lived in Hawaii, I got this recipe for chicken marinated in a ginger-soy sauce from a friend. Huli means "turn" in Hawaiian and refers to turning the meat on the grill. —Sharon Boling, San Diego, California
Nutrition Facts:
2 chicken thighs: 391 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 651mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 43g protein.
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Chickpea and Potato Curry
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make chana masala, the classic Indian chickpea curry, in my slow cooker. First browning the onion, ginger and garlic really makes the sauce amazing. —Anjana Devasahayam, San Antonio, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups chickpea mixture: 240 calories, 6g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 767mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 9g fiber), 8g protein.
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Chicken in Coconut Peanut Sauce
Total Time
5 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My youngest son has been out of the country for several years teaching English. When he returned to the United States, I made this home-cooked meal for him that combined Asian and American cuisine. He loved it! —Sheila Suhan, Scottdale, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
2 chicken thighs with 1 cup sauce: 559 calories, 31g fat (10g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 865mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 50g protein.
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Hoisin Pork Tenderloin
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In this ramen noodle recipe, ramen graduates from college-casual when served with saucy pork tenderloin. Our guests appreciate sitting down to this Asian-style meal. —Connie Keller, Lake Ozark, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked pork with 1/2 cup noodles and 2 tablespoons sauce: 458 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 1010mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.
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Cuban Ropa Vieja
Total Time
7 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love having this as a go-to recipe for a weeknight meal. Its great authentic Cuban taste puts it at the top of my list.—Melissa Pelkey-Hass, Waleska, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups (calculated without rice): 335 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 765mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein.
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Thai Coconut Beef
Total Time
8 hours 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love Thai food, but going out on weeknights can be challenging with busy schedules. I wanted to create a Thai-inspired dinner that could double as an easy lunch the following day. The beef is fantastic in this dish, but chicken or pork would be equally delicious! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice and toppings): 421 calories, 28g fat (14g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 731mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.
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Curry Shrimp
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this Indian-style shrimp when we were entertaining some friends, one of our favorite things to do. It works on the stovetop or the grill. —Shana Conradt, Appleton, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 147 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 293mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Coconut Lentils with Rice
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Years ago I made this recipe for my kids, and they loved it. One of my daughter's friends would always request this dish when she came over to visit. I recommend basmati rice for this dish. —Diane Donato, Columbus, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 374 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 757mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 16g protein.
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Tropical Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we crave something sweet and spicy, pork tenderloin cooked with chipotle, barbecue sauce and pineapple really delivers. —Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 539 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1374mg sodium, 82g carbohydrate (72g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
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Tomato-Basil Steak
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We grow the basil and bell peppers I use in this dish. It's easy to prepare, yet so rich and delicious. —Sheryl Little, Sherwood, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without rice): 324 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 1116mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.
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Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
Total Time
4 hours 55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love Chinese takeout food, but I know that it’s very high in sodium and fat. So I got to work at home and created a healthier version. Now I have peace of mind knowing what ingredients are in this slow cooker orange chicken and that it’s better for my family. —Barbara J. Miller, Oakdale, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice and toppings): 319 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 63 mg cholesterol, 891 mg sodium, 50 g carbohydrate (36 g sugars, 1 g fiber), 25 g protein.
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Ginger-Chutney Shrimp Stir-Fry
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this recipe a lot when I was juggling college, work and a growing family. It tastes like you spent a lot of time making it, yet only takes minutes to pull together. —Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice): 356 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 1102mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Cola BBQ Chicken
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My dad has been making a basic version of this family favorite for years. I've recently made it my own by spicing it up a bit with hoisin sauce and red pepper flakes. Sometimes I let the chicken and sauce simmer in my slow cooker. —Brigette Schroeder, Yorkville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh with 2 tablespoons sauce: 213 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein.
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Chili Verde
Total Time
5 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love chili verde. I order it whenever I can at restaurants, and figured out how to make an easy, tasty version at home. People have the option to eat the chili verde with a fork or in tortillas with a variety of toppings such as cheese, cilantro, minced onions or lime wedges. There are never leftovers at my house. —Julie Rowland, Salt Lake City, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice and sour cream): 287 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 729mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 27g protein.
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Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Any recipe that is special enough for company but easy enough for a weeknight meal is a favorite in my book. All you need to finish off the meal is a side salad and crusty French bread to sop up the delicious tomato and wine juices. —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice): 261 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 191mg cholesterol, 502mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Satay-Style Pork Stew
Total Time
8 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Thai cuisine features flavors that are hot and sour, salty and sweet. This one-dish pork satay balances all of them using ginger and red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, garlic, lime juice and creamy peanut butter. —Nicole Werner, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice): 519 calories, 30g fat (10g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 597mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 44g protein.
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Tropical Tilapia
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Take a walk on the wild side and venture into the tropics with this one-skillet dish. Cool mint balances the sweet heat from the jelly. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/2 cup salsa: 283 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 128mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.
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Sweet-and-Sour Beef Stew
Total Time
8 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chunky meal in a bowl makes terrific use of nutrient-packed vegetables. It has a deliciously sweet and tangy taste. —Frances Conklin, Cottonwood, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 290 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
