Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry with Bacon and Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

A quick keto stir-fry combining savory bacon, fresh spinach, and cauliflower rice for a low-carb vegetable-packed side or main. This Asian-inspired low-carb recipe (keto), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs cauliflower rice, bacon strips, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups, riced cauliflower rice
• 4 strips, chopped bacon strips
• 2 cups, roughly chopped fresh spinach
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 4 chopped bacon strips for 5-6 minutes until crispy and browned. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving bacon fat in the pan.
2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with bacon fat, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 3 cups riced cauliflower and stir-fry over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until cauliflower softens but still has slight bite.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
5. Step 5: Return crispy bacon pieces to the skillet, add 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir everything together and cook for 1 more minute until heated through and flavors meld.