Who knew that cauliflower would explode as a major food trend? The veggie we scoffed at as kids, when it was forced upon us by our well-intentioned parents, has now become a hot and versatile dinnertime staple. From buffalo-fried cauliflower poppers to cauliflower pizza, steaks, and more— the variety of recipes is seriously impressive and unexpected (cauliflower brownies, anyone?).
Out of the many tasty options, our favorite go-to dish has to be cauliflower rice — it's fast, easy, and customizable. Check out the 10 best rice recipes from Pinterest below and don't resist — cauliflower is officially cool.
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Garlic and Parmesan make this dish oh-so rich and creamy.
2. Cauliflower Fried Rice
A brilliant, all-veggie take on the Chinese takeout classic.
3. Browned Butter Cauliflower Rice
Browned butter makes anything taste luxurious, even cauliflower.
4. Cauliflower Rice Burrito Bowl
You won't miss real rice when you taste the spicy seasoning on this cauliflower.
5. Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
The zesty cilantro and lime in this dish make a tasty compliment to any meal.
6. Mexican Cauliflower Rice
Add this to your burritos or tacos — it tastes like the real deal.
7. Buttery Cauliflower Rice Pilaf
Buttery anything is going to be a sure win.
8. Broccoli Cauliflower Rice
Broccoli AND cauliflower? A double whammy, we know — just give it a try!
9. Dill Cauliflower Rice
Dill, edamame beans, and scallions give major flavor to this creamy cauliflower base.
10. Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Rice
Any time cheese and garlic are involved, we're pretty sure the dish will wind up disappearing fast.