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Spanish Cauliflower Rice with Shrimp

This Spanish cauliflower rice is a tasty Mexican inspired meal that is so easy to make and ready in less than 30 minutes. It's also Whole30, paleo and low carb.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Lactose
Servings: 4
Calories: 273kcal

Ingredients

Spanish Cauliflower Rice Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon coconut oil or avocado oil
  • 1/2 white onion, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 680 grams riced cauliflower (equivalent to ~ 3.5 cups)

Shrimp Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon coconut oil or avocado oil
  • juice from one fresh lime
  • 300 grams cooked and peeled wild shrimp (I used frozen and thawed it before hand)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Place a large pan on the stove on medium heat and add the oil. Once the oil is melted add the chopped onion and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste and spices to the pan and let cook for another 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the cauliflower rice and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 7-10 minutes, until it has the consistency that you desire.
  • While the rice is simmering you can cook the shrimp by placing a small pan on the stove on low heat and adding all the ingredients. Cook the shrimp for a 3-5 minutes, until warmed throughout.
  • Transfer the shrimp to the pan with the rice and stir to combine. Remove everything from the heat and serve and enjoy!

Notes

  1. This cauliflower rice makes great leftovers and keeps well in the fridge for 3 days.
  2. You can top this rice with cilantro, avocado or chopped green onion. 
  3. To make this dish vegan leave the shrimp out. 
  4. You can use either fresh or frozen riced cauliflower to make this recipe.
  5. Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.  

Nutrition

Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 189mg | Sodium: 1437mg | Potassium: 890mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Vitamin C: 97mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 4mg