Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry with Mixed Vegetables and Spices

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

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A flavorful stir-fry mixing cauliflower rice with colorful diced vegetables and warming spices, perfect for picky eaters and veggie lovers alike. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cauliflower rice, carrot, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, 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.

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Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups cauliflower rice
1 medium, diced carrot
1 medium, diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup, frozen green peas
2 tbsp olive oil
2, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp lime juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1 medium diced carrot and 1 medium diced red bell pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes until vegetables start to soften.
Step 3: Stir in 3 cups cauliflower rice, 1/2 cup frozen green peas, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring often, until cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 1 tbsp lime juice. Toss well and serve warm as a flavorful, veggie-packed side or main dish.