Craving Asian food but don’t want all the carbs? Try this healthier version of peanut chicken that substitutes white rice for cauliflower rice! Cauliflower is a great low-carb alternative to rice that offers an extra serving of nutritious veggies to this classic dish. If this recipe sounds delicious, then don’t miss our Veggie Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce .
Finely chopped cauliflower can be a remarkable nonstarchy side that’s lower in calories and carbohydrate than rice. Or make it a main dish by adding chicken breast, shrimp or tofu. To make this recipe even easier, start with packaged "riced" cauliflower that can be found fresh or frozen in many grocery stores.
This shrimp paella is full of flavor from sausage, bell peppers, turmeric and paprika. Using riced cauliflower makes this a lower carb alternative to a traditional Spanish paella.
This flavor-filled fried rice is a meal-in-one dish with a lean meat and mostly vegetables! “Riced” cauliflower is added instead of rice to keep this dish lower in carbs but in higher in fiber. You can use any leftover protein and vegetables you have on hand. You can make your own riced cauliflower in a food processor or by grating or mincing a head of cauliflower by hand. Or, look for riced cauliflower in the freezer or produce aisle.
This tasty Lemon Thyme Shrimp Stir-Fry uses diabetes-friendly ingredients like cauliflower rice and fresh herbs to ensure your dinner won’t spike your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. Enjoy zesty flavors and healthy ingredients that will help you manage your diabetes eating plan without compromising flavor. You can easily customize this stir-fry with your favorite protein like chicken or a plant-based alternative like tofu. If you use shrimp, try to use fresh shrimp instead of frozen to keep sodium levels low. Try this easy recipe today!
Tabbouleh is a traditional mediterranean salad made with flavorful herbs, fresh lemon, and couscous. This diabetes-friendly version uses cauliflower rice for lower carb, grain-free alternative.
When you are craving something cheesy, try this low-carb snack. Cauliflower adds extra fiber and nutrients and baking gives it a light crunch. You can add garlic powder and/or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to give them an extra kick of spice.
These air-fryer “honey” BBQ cauliflower wings will be a hit at your next tailgate party! They have the flavor and crunch of traditional BBQ wings but contain fewer grams of fat and calories. While these cauliflower wings have the taste of honey, they have no added sugar since they’re sweetened with zero-calorie Splenda® Monk Fruit Sweetener. If you don't have gluten-free flour, you can use the same amount of whole wheat flour instead.
A whole roasted cauliflower is an impressive centerpiece to a plant-based meal. This low carb show-stopper is well worth the cook time—it tastes as good as it looks, and the prep is quick and easy.
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