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Pumpkin Cauliflower Rice Risotto

Course Side Dish
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 179kcal
Author Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup unsweetened canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 16 ounces vegetable stock
  • 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the butter to pot, then stir in onions. Cook onions until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Add the cauliflower rice, pumpkin puree and salt to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add one quarter (4 ounces) of vegetable stock to the pot and bring to a low low boil. Cook for 5 minutes or until the liquid starts to reduce. Stir frequently.
  • Repeat this process three more times or until all of the liquid has been added to the pot. The final sauce should be creamy.
  • Turn off the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 819mg | Potassium: 649mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 10057IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 2mg