Cauliflower Risotto

2 Ratings
  • 5 1
  • 4 0
  • 3 0
  • 2 0
  • 1 1

Cauliflower rice stands in for arborio in this recipe that's not only lower in carbs than traditional risotto, but also way faster and easier to make! In just 20 minutes you'll have a flavorful and healthy vegetable side to go with dinner.

Carolyn Casner
Source: EatingWell.com, October 2018

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Recipe Summary

total:
20 mins
active:
20 mins
Servings:
4

Nutrition Profile:

Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until starting to soften, about 2 minutes. Add cauliflower rice, pepper and salt; cook until softened, stirring occasionally, 3 to 6 minutes.

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  • Whisk broth, wine and cornstarch in a small bowl and add to the pan. Cook, stirring, until the liquid is creamy and thick, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan, herbs and butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
about 1 cup
Per Serving:
200 calories; protein 6.4g; carbohydrates 11.1g; dietary fiber 2.3g; sugars 2.9g; fat 13g; saturated fat 4.4g; cholesterol 16.2mg; vitamin a iu 491IU; vitamin c 44.5mg; folate 9.3mcg; calcium 119.4mg; iron 0.8mg; magnesium 10.8mg; potassium 143.1mg; sodium 368mg.
Exchanges:

2 fat, 1 1/2 vegetable, 1/2 high-fat protein
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