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Spring Cauliflower Rice

Start the spring season fresh and healthy with this green cauliflower rice, made with farmers' market greens, peas and radishes, and served with runny poached egg.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time16 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Servings: 2
Author: Hello Nest

Ingredients

For the cauliflower rice

  • 1 medium cauliflower head
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

To assemble

  • 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 bunch ramsons diced (if available)
  • 4 radishes cut into thin slices
  • 1 cup frozen peas left at room temperature for 15 mins, to defrost
  • 3-4 scallions diced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup lightly toasted walnuts crushed
  • 2 poached eggs
  • To garnish: chia seeds

Instructions

  • Cut the cauliflower into florets and rinse well.
  • Transfer into an S blade food processor and pulse to obtain the rice texture, or use a knife and finely chop the florets.
  • Heat the oil into a cast iron skillet and add the cauliflower and peas. 
  • Cook for 5-6 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently. 
  • Season with salt and pepper, then transfer into a large bowl.
  • Add the veggies, peas and nuts, drizzle the lemon juice and toss to combine.
  • Divide into serving bowls, top with a poached egg, garnish with chia seeds and serve warm.