Roasted Buffalo Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Ingredients
Rice & Roasted Cauliflower Bowl:
- 2 cups Mahatma® Jasmine Rice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets (8 cups)
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup Buffalo wing sauce, divided
- 4 cups cabbage, shredded
- 2 avocados, halved, pitted, peeled and sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) canned corn kernels, drained
Pickled Red Onions:
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
Instructions
This savory vegetarian meal in a bowl starts with a base of Mahatma® Jasmine Rice topped with marinated and roasted cauliflower, creamy avocado, cabbage, corn and pickled red onions!
Pickled Red Onions
Step 1
Toss together red onion, vinegar, salt and sugar. Let stand for 20 to 30 minutes or until lightly pickled.
Rice and Roasted Cauliflower Bowl
Step 2
Meanwhile, cook rice according to package directions. Stir in cilantro.
Step 3
Preheat oven to 425°F. Stir together brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Toss cauliflower with melted butter and spice mixture until well coated. Toss with 1/3 cup Buffalo sauce.
Step 4
Arrange in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and tender.
Step 5
Divide jasmine rice among 8 bowls. Top with roasted cauliflower, cabbage, avocados, corn, and pickled onions. Drizzle with remaining Buffalo sauce.
Recipe Tip
For speedy preparation, use pre-shredded bagged coleslaw mix.
New Cauliflower Recipe
If you’re always looking for ways to spruce up your average vegetable meal, this rice bowl is exactly what you need. There are just two key (simple) steps to enhancing your standard roasted cauliflower.
First, season with melted butter and a mixture of brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper. then, toss with your favorite variety of buffalo wing sauce. It’s as simple as reaching for a few items on your spice rack!
Serve with filling cabbage and corn. To counteract the spicy flavor from the warm seasonings and sauce, pair with pickled red onions and creamy avocado, or maybe a refreshing cheese like feta or another favorite!
If you’re looking for other tasty options to level up your cauliflower meals, try this BBQ Cauliflower and Rice Power Bowl or Risotto with Sausage and Cauliflower. You might also want to try adding it to your next family rice meal like an arroz con pollo dish or a classic paella recipe.
Quick Tips
– Use your favorite pre-shredded coleslaw or cabbage mixture to save time.
– To make this a Meatless Monday or veggie-forward dish to enjoy during the week, have your ingredients ready but separate and toss to combine right before you enjoy.
– Make it vegan by swapping the butter out for a lighter oil or another favorite vegan option.
-Swap in a different rice base for added flavor like a Mexican brown rice layer. If you are looking for a meat option try these taquitos dorados.
Are you hosting dinner tonight? Try this Arroz con Leche Peruvian recipe for a dessert the whole family will love.
