Solstice Low Carb Grain Bowl (Printable)
Wholesome bowl featuring roasted veggies, cauliflower base, seeds, and fresh avocado for a nourishing low-carb dish.
# List of ingredients:
→ Cauliflower Base
01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 24.7 oz)
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Roasted Vegetables
05 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
06 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1 small red onion, sliced
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
12 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Toppings
13 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
14 - 1/3 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
15 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds
16 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
17 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
→ Dressing
18 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
19 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
20 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
21 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
22 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Set the oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting.
02 - Pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until resembling rice grains. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
03 - Roast cauliflower rice for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and lightly golden.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine diced zucchini, red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp salt.
05 - Spread vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and caramelized.
06 - Whisk together 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
07 - Divide roasted cauliflower rice evenly among four bowls. Top with roasted vegetables, then sprinkle with crumbled feta, pumpkin seeds, sliced almonds, avocado slices, and chopped parsley. Drizzle each portion with dressing before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This bowl is packed with roasted vegetables and nutty seeds that create a texture party you won&t want to miss
- The cauliflower base keeps things low-carb but still feels comforting and filling
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- Don&t overprocess the cauliflower or it will turn mushy when roasted—rice-sized is just right
- Roasting the vegetables until slightly caramelized makes all the difference in flavor depth
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- Toasting seeds and nuts separately enhances their flavor far beyond just sprinkling them raw
- A light hand on the lemon juice in dressing keeps it bright without overpowering the natural sweetness of the vegetables