About
Keto Cilantro Lime Rice is the perfect Keto side dish for any Keto or Low Carb Mexican dinner recipe. Tender, sweet cauliflower rice is tossed with freshly squeezed lime juice and chopped cilantro. The best part is it is heated entirely in the microwave, which means this side dish only takes 5 minutes to prep and cook. Keto Cilantro Lime Rice is a great side dish to have ready-to-go in the fridge whenever hunger strikes; simply pair it with any protein of your choice.
What kind of cauliflower rice should I use?
Feel free to make homemade cauliflower rice, but store-bought is the quickest way to put together this side dish with minimal effort.
What do I do if I do not have a microwave?
You can heat the cauliflower rice over medium-low heat until hot, and then add the lime and cilantro to the dish at the very end.
What other flavors can I add to the dish?
Utilizing spices like dark chili powder or chipotle powder can spice up this side dish.
Serving suggestions
Keto Cilantro Lime Rice would be delicious with Keto Baja Pork Shoulder:
Ingredients
- 10 oz cauliflower rice
- ⅓ cup, chopped cilantro
- ½ each – 2" diameter lime
- ½ teaspoon salt, sea salt
Instructions
- Place cauliflower rice into a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
- In the meantime, wash and chop the cilantro leaves. Add them to the cauliflower rice once heated. Then squeeze on the lime juice and add the salt. Give the mixture a good toss. Taste adding more lime and salt, as desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 19.1kcal/80.0kJ (per serving)
- Fat: 0.3g (per serving)
- Carbs: 3.8g (per serving)
- Protein: 1.4g (per serving)
