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April 9, 2020 By Nicole Harris 7 Comments

Cauliflower Mushroom Rice (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)

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If you need a filling side dish or dinner, this Cauliflower Mushroom Rice is it! Cauli rice packed with golden brown roasted cremini mushrooms and fresh parsley. This recipe is Paleo compliant, Whole 30, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Grain Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian and has Vegan options. #lowcarbrecipes #ketorecipes #paleorecipe #cauliflowerrice #dairyfreerecipes #glutenfreerecipes #veganrecipes

If you need a filling side dish or dinner, this Cauliflower Mushroom Rice is it! Cauli rice packed with golden brown roasted cremini mushrooms and fresh parsley. This recipe is Paleo compliant, Whole 30, Low Carb – Keto, Vegetarian and has Vegan options.

white bowl filled with golden mushrooms, cauliflower rice and parsley

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Cauliflower Rice With Mushrooms

This cauliflower rice recipe has unbelievable flavor thanks to those golden sautéed mushrooms.

I wasn’t always a huge fan of cauliflower rice. Not until I figured out how to cook it properly. It’s all about the high heat . . . get a toast on that rice!

I buy my cauliflower already riced because I’m lazy like that. If you want to make it at home check out this tutorial: HOW TO MAKE CAULIFLOWER RICE by The Kitchn

mushroom cauliflower rice in white bowl with spoon

What is cauliflower rice?

Cauliflower rice is raw cauliflower chopped into small pieces. It is then sautéed and served as a rice substitution. I’m not gonna say that it tastes just like rice. Buuuut, if you are avoiding grains, cauliflower rice is definitely a good alternative to rice.

How do you choose the best mushrooms?

I focus mostly on the texture. Firm mushrooms only! If there is any soft squishiness, do not buy. That means they are getting old. If there is a funky smell (almost fish-like) don’t buy. So basically you want firm mushrooms without any funk. Oh, and if they are slimy at all . . . no, just don’t do it.

How should you serve this mushroom cauli rice?

This can be a side dish with any protein or veggies. Really, this dish is filling enough to eat as a meal by itself. Or, add some chicken or beef for a complete dinner.

What tools do you need for this recipe?

You will need a Rimmed Baking Sheet and Good Fry Pan. These Chef’s Foundry Ceramic Knives are great for slicing, cutting and chopping! This Cauli Mushroom Rice is great for meal prep, I use these Glass Meal Prep Containers with Lids.

Tips → Tricks → Suggestions →

  • You want the pan and oil very hot before adding the cauliflower rice. Once added, leave it for a minute or two. We want that cauli rice golden brown and toasty.
  • Feel free to add chopped onions, peas, zucchini, spinach . . . any veggies you can think of.
  • To make this vegan, just sub oil for the ghee.
  • If dairy isn’t an issue, parmesan or mozzarella cheese would be great on this mushroom rice.

Ingredients Needed For Mushroom Cauliflower Rice (screenshot for grocery list)

  • Cremini Mushrooms
  • Garlic Powder
  • Dried Italian Seasoning
  • Garlic
  • Ghee, (or olive/avocado for vegan)
  • Riced Cauliflower
  • Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Salt/Pepper

How To Make Mushroom Cauliflower Rice

Mushrooms

  1. Preheat oven to 400ºF
  2. In large bowl, toss mushrooms with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, grated garlic and melted ghee.
  3. Grease a rimmed baking sheet. Arrange sliced mushrooms in an even layer. Bake 10-15 minutes or until browned. Half way through drain off any liquid if necessary.
  4. Remove from oven, salt/pepper and set aside.

Cauliflower Rice

  1. Heat ghee in a large sauté pan over medium/high heat. (2-3 minutes)
  2. Add cauliflower rice in an even layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes without stirring to brown the bottom. Stir then cook for approximately 5 more minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Add almond milk. Stir for 30 seconds to allow almond milk to absorb. Add mushrooms, parsley, salt and pepper. Stir until combined then remove from heat and serve.

More Cauliflower Rice Recipes:

Low Carb Taco Casserole – Salmon Sushi Bowl – Pork Fajita Bowls – Keto Cheeseburger Casserole – Cajun Dirty Cauliflower Rice

hands holding bowl of cauliflower rice with mushrooms

mushroom cauliflower rice in white bowl with spoon

Cauliflower Mushroom Rice

Yield: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

If you need a filling side dish or dinner, this Cauliflower Mushroom Rice is it! Cauli rice packed with golden brown roasted cremini mushrooms and fresh parsley. This recipe is Paleo compliant, Whole 30, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian and has Vegan options.

Ingredients

Mushrooms

  • 16 ounces Cremini Mushrooms, (sliced thick)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, (grated)
  • 2 Tablespoons Melted Ghee, (or olive/avocado for vegan)
  • Fresh Cracked Pepper

Cauliflower Rice

  • 1 Tablespoon Ghee, (or olive/avocado for vegan)
  • 4 Cups Riced Cauliflower*, (16oz)
  • 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • 1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • Salt/Pepper to taste

Instructions

Mushrooms

  1. Preheat oven to 400ºF
  2. In large bowl, toss mushrooms with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, grated garlic and melted ghee.
  3. Grease a rimmed baking sheet. Arrange sliced mushrooms in an even layer. Bake 10-15 minutes or until browned. Half way through drain off any liquid if necessary.
  4. Remove from oven, salt/pepper and set aside.

Cauliflower Rice

  1. Heat ghee in a large sauté pan over medium/high heat. (2-3 minutes)
  2. Add cauliflower rice in an even layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes without stirring to brown the bottom. Stir then cook for approximately 5 more minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Add almond milk. Stir for 30 seconds to allow almond milk to absorb. Add mushrooms, parsley, salt and pepper. Stir until combined then remove from heat and serve.

Notes

I cheat and buy already riced cauliflower. If you are making you own, check this out: HOW TO MAKE CAULIFLOWER RICE

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Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 148Total Fat 10gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 25mgSodium 186mgCarbohydrates 12gFiber 3gSugar 4gProtein 5g

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© Nicole Harris
Cuisine: American / Category: LowCarb/Keto
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  1. Customwriting says

    April 7, 2018 at

    YESSSS Sophie, it”s so yum 🙂 Gave it to a cauliflower hater and she loved it, so as a cauli lover I am sure YOU WILL ADORE IT 3

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  2. Ali says

    April 8, 2018 at

    What can you sub for almond milk?
    We have a nut allergy.

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    • Nicole Harris says

      April 10, 2018 at

      Any milk you are able to use will work just fine. Or, you can skip it all together. It just adds a slight creaminess to this dish 🙂

      Reply
  3. Caylen says

    July 10, 2020 at

    Could I use a vegetable stock or chicken stock instead?

    Reply
  4. Michelle says

    July 11, 2020 at

    Please can you tell me if you can freeze it,?

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  5. Beth Collins says

    August 27, 2020 at

    What can you substitute for the ghee? Would like to make this for someone who can’t have dairy

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  6. Elly says

    October 20, 2020 at

    Yumm, so good …. I did add some Parmesan cheese .. and a little cream.

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