Sausage, Pepper and Cauliflower Fried Rice
A healthy and colorful one-pan dinner ready in just 20 minutes! Packed with smoked sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and tender cauliflower rice, this low-carb recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cauliflower head cut into small florets
- 1/2 red bell pepper sliced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1/2 green bell pepper sliced
- 1/2 onion sliced
- 9 ounces smoked sausage sliced (not ground sausage)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets until they reach a rice-like consistency. Microwave the cauliflower rice with 2 tablespoons of water for about 7 minutes. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides (about 5 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir in the sliced peppers and onion. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir to deglaze the skillet. Allow to simmer for 1 minute. Add paprika and cayenne if using.
- Stir in the pre-cooked cauliflower rice and browned sausage until fully combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy hot!
Notes
Nutrition (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Protein: 14 g
- Fat: 26 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 690 mg