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    Home » Side Dishes » Cabbage Rice - Keto, Low Carb

    Cabbage Rice - Keto, Low Carb

    Published: Aug 4, 2020 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Aug 27, 2020 · 574 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article.

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    Overhead photo of cabbage rice in a rustic white bowl garnished with avocado and limes against a white background with the text cabbage rice above it.

    If you like cabbage as much as I do, you are going to love this delicious Keto Cabbage Rice. You will be surprised at how well this dish scratches the itch for rice without all the carbs to weight you down. It is super-easy to make and makes a great weeknight side dish.

    Overhead photo of cabbage rice in a rustic white bowl garnished with avocado and limes against a white background.

    If you have never tried cabbage rice, you are in for a treat!

    I love cabbage, so when I first heard the suggestion that you could use it as "rice" much like cauliflower, I knew I had to give cabbage rice a try.

    I was blown away by the results!

    This dish is super-simple but flavor-packed. It is so good that I had to stop myself from eating a whole bowl so I could take a photo. Give it a try, and I think you will be hooked too.

    Is Cabbage Keto?

    Yes - cabbage is a great option for a keto diet. One cup of raw chopped cabbage has just 2 net carbs per serving, making it roughly equivalent to cauliflower.

    Buying and Storing Cabbage

    Look for cabbage that are smaller with thin outer leaves and bright color. Store loosely wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator for about a week. Remove the tough outer leaves before using.

    What Do You Serve With Keto Cabbage Rice?

    Since this has Southwestern-inspired flavors, I like to serve it with Taco Lettuce Wraps, Fajitas, Tacos, and Quesadillas.

    It is also exceptional as an easy side to chicken. Try this Grilled Chicken or this Air Fryer Chicken.

    How to Make Cabbage Rice Keto Style!

    See the printable recipe card below for the full recipe with measurements.

    First, start by cutting the cabbage into rice.  I prefer to do this in the food processor because is is fast and easy.  If you don’t have a food processor you can also use a box grater to grate the cabbage.

    Photo of riced cabbage, tomato and onion in a large skillet.

    Once you have your “rice”, heat oil in a skillet to medium heat.  Add the cabbage, onion, jalapeno, tomato, and garlic and cook for 5 minutes.

    Photo of cabbage, tomato, jalapeno, tomato paste and seasonings in a large skillet.

    Add in the tomato paste, cumin, salt, and water.  Cover and cook for 12 minutes.

    Photo of a steak fajita plated with cabbage rice.

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    Spicy Mexican Cabbage Rice

    This Cabbage Rice is a fun twist on cauliflower rice that packs a punch of flavor. If you would like a touch of heat, add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time17 mins
    Total Time27 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: cabbage
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 70.92kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified sales.

    Equipment

    • Food Processor

    Ingredients

    • 1 head green cabbage
    • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
    • ½ cup chopped onion
    • 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
    • ½ chopped tomato
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
    • Cilantro for garnish

    Instructions

    • Chop the cabbage into pieces small enough to fit in a food processor. Pulse until it resembles rice.
    • Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the cabbage, onion, jalapeno, tomato, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes.
    • Add the tomato paste, cumin, salt, and ¼ cup of water. Cover and cook for about 12 minutes.
    • Stir in lime juice and garnish with cilantro.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 70.92kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.28g | Protein: 1.9g | Fat: 3.7g | Saturated Fat: 0.46g | Sodium: 215.12mg | Potassium: 271.05mg | Fiber: 3.37g | Sugar: 4.96g | Vitamin A: 183.03IU | Vitamin C: 47.75mg | Calcium: 55.66mg | Iron: 0.91mg

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    • This Italian Roasted Cabbage has just 5-ingredients and is full of flavor.
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