Stir-Fried Cauliflower Rice with Ginger and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

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A flavorful and quick stir-fry of riced cauliflower sautéed with fresh ginger, garlic, and scallions for a light Whole30 compliant side. This Asian-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free, vegan), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs cauliflower head, extra virgin olive oil, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 80 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 Asian cuisine 80 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 medium (about 4 cups riced) cauliflower head
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Rinse 1 medium cauliflower and cut into florets. Pulse in a food processor until the texture resembles rice, yielding about 4 cups.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet along with 3 thinly sliced scallions, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until cauliflower is tender but still slightly crisp.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp fresh lime juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves if using. Serve warm as a nutritious, grain-free side dish.