Sautéed Cauliflower Rice with Lemon, Garlic, and Parsley

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

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Fluffy cauliflower rice lightly sautéed with garlic, bright lemon zest, and fresh parsley for a simple Whole30 side dish. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs cauliflower head, garlic cloves, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 large (about 1.5 lbs), riced cauliflower head
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Remove leaves and core from 1 large cauliflower head (about 1.5 lbs). Chop into florets and pulse in a food processor until pieces resemble rice grains.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly golden.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss well to combine and serve warm as a fresh Whole30 side.