Indulge in this ultimate blend of flavors with our Creamy Cauliflower Rice with Spinach and leek. Fried until perfection. The spinach is nutrient-rich, and the leek is aromatic. Combined with cottage cheese and eggs, enough protein. A mouthwatering, low-carb meal that’s tooth satisfying and delicious. Try it today!
Delicious Creamy Cauliflower Rice with Spinach and Leek - A Healthy Low-Carb Recipe
Imagine a plate filled with tender cauliflower rice fried with green leek and spinach. The dish is finished with two poached eggs and a dollop of cottage cheese. The creamy texture and rich flavors make this a perfect healthy choice for an easy dinner or lunch with friends and family. Doesn't that sound perfect? I've got that recipe for you!
This green cauliflower rice is surprisingly easy to make. With just a handful of readily available ingredients and simple steps, you can make this comfortable dish and put it on your table in no time. So why wait? Let’s start preparing.
What do you need for Cauliflower Rice with Leek and Spinach?
You require the following ingredients to prepare this Creamy Cauliflower Rice with Spinach and Leek. You can find the correct amounts in the recipe card at the bottom of the blog:
- Cauliflower rice: Has a mild and slightly nutty flavor. It’s got the form of rice. When prepared, it will absorb the flavors which are added.
- Leek: This vegetable has a sweet and soft taste. Slice the leek thinly. Do not use the dark green parts of the leek, but use the light green or white pieces.
- Spinach: Has an earthy, smooth taste. It is wonderful to fry, stir-fry, or use raw (in a smoothie or salad).
- Eggs: These are part of the proteins.Â
- Cottage cheese: Also called Hüttenkäse, it is a cheese with a mild and fresh taste, similar to quark, with a granular structure.
How to prepare Green Cauliflower Rice
You can find a printable recipe with a step-by-step description at the bottom of this blog.
- Melt butter in the pan and add the leek. Fry for 2 minutes.
- Add the spinach and cauliflower rice and mix. Flavor with salt and pepper.
- Flatten the top of the pan and make two holes with a wooden spoon (separated at least 2 inches (ca. 5 cm) from each other). Break an egg above each hole. Lower the heat and put a lid on the pot. Let everything simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add some cottage cheese on top and serve immediately.
Tips, Substitutions, and Variations
- Frozen or fresh: Should I use fresh or frozen cauliflower rice, leek, and spinach? The great thing about this dish is you can do both. Just make sure to defrost the spinach and leek before you add them.
- Leek: You can substitute it for a finely chopped scallion or a shallot for even more flavor.Â
- Mediterranean: Add Kalamata olives and sun-dried tomatoes to the rice dish. Top with crumbled feta cheese instead of cottage cheese.
- Crunchy: Add some roasted pine nuts or finely chopped walnuts.
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Creamy Cauliflower Rice with Spinach and Leek
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup leek
- 1¼ cup spinach thawed or 6 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cups cauliflower rice
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs size M
- 1 cup cottage cheese
Ingredients you need per step are listed below the step in Italic
Instructions
- Melt butter in a wok or casserole dish.1 tablespoon butter
- Add the leek and fry for 2 minutes.1 cup leek
- Stir the spinach and cauliflower rice through the leek.1¼ cup spinach, 4 cups cauliflower rice
- Add salt and pepper to taste.salt and pepper
- With the back of a spoon, flatten the surface of the veggies. Make two holes on top.
- Break an egg above each hole.2 eggs
- Lower the heat and put a lid on the pan.
- Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add some cottage cheese and serve immediately.1 cup cottage cheese
Notes
- Mediterranean: Add Kalamata olives and sun-dried tomatoes to the rice dish. Top with crumbled feta cheese instead of cottage cheese.
- Crunchy: Add some roasted pine nuts or finely chopped walnuts.
Brenda says
What is curd? I only know of lemon curd.
Andréa says
It's quark. But you could also use cottage cheese, ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt.