Cauliflower Rice and Beans Recipe for Two

4.55 from 11 votes

Cauliflower Rice and Beans Recipe for Two

A lighter, healthier alternative to traditional rice and beans, this cauliflower rice and beans recipe makes 2 generous servings and will work with WW Simply Filling.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: cauliflower and beans, riced cauliflower and beans, vegetarian rice with beans

Servings:

Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Equipment

Ingredients

1/2 medium head cauliflower, trimmed of leaves and core (about 12 ounces total)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (15 ounces) black beans
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
1/2 avocado
1 roma or plum tomato
2 green onions
1 handful fresh cilantro leaves
2 lime wedges

Instructions

Slice the cauliflower head into large chunks, leaving stems on. Use a cheese crater or food processor or blender to coarsely grate the cauliflower to get about 4 cups' worth.
Rinse and drain the beans and set them aside.
Heat the oil in a medium skillet set over medium heat. When it is hot, add the cauliflower. Stir for 30 seconds, then cover the pan and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, chop the avocado, tomato, green onion and cilantro.
When the cauliflower is tender and light golden brown, stir in the drained beans (and chili powder if using) and cook, just until warmed through, about 1 minute more.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve topped with the avocado, tomato, green onion and cilantro. Spritz with lime juice.

Notes

Serving size: 1/2 recipe

WW Points: 3

Check the WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app.
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)

8 SmartPoints (Green plan)

4 SmartPoints (Blue plan)

4 SmartPoints (Purple plan)

9 PointsPlus (Old plan)

Variations:

Different beans: pinto, kidney, white beans, etc.
Spicier: add chili powder, cumin, or chopped jalapeño to the cauliflower rice while cooking. Serve with additional hot sauce.
Heartier: add cooked chicken, ground beef, ground turkey, vegetarian crumbles.
Additional topping suggestions: salsa, corn, shredded cheese, crumbled queso fresco, sour cream would all be yummy.
Additional serving ideas: use this cauliflower "rice" and beans as a stuffing for burritos, tacos, zucchini, peppers, etc.

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