Healthy and Delicious Cauliflower Rice with Mushrooms and Parmesan

Enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal with this delicious cauliflower rice dish. Made with fresh cauliflower, mushrooms, and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also low in calories. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can have a nutritious meal on the table in no time. This cauliflower rice is suitable for various diets and can be served as a side dish or a main course.

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Directions

1. Trim the cauliflower head and remove the leaves. Cut the cauliflower into florets.
2. Working in batches, place the cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse until they resemble rice-like grains. Set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
6. Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the mushrooms and onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the cauliflower rice is tender.
7. Season with salt and black pepper.
8. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
9. Serve the cauliflower rice with mushrooms and Parmesan garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Drizzle with lemon juice if desired.

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