This gluten free/vegan avocado cauliflower rice has no mayonnaise. Avocado is such a great mayonnaise substitute because it’s the healthy fat. Not to mention how darn tasty it is.
I have used avocado to make my mashed potatoes creamy, dressing for a salad, and as a sandwich spread. I have a friend who created a tasty brownie using avocado back in 2008.
These portions are estimates. I don’t like to measure when it comes to creating in the kitchen. Use this as a little guide to inspire you to get creative in the kitchen.
Avocado Cauliflower “Rice”
REMOVE florets from 1 head of cauliflower pulse in blender until rice like consistency.
HEAT 1 tbsp. avocado or coconut oil on medium high heat in a skillet. Once heated; add the cauliflower.
STIR in 1 tbsp. cumin, 1 tbsp. garlic powder, zest & juice of 1 small lime, and S/P.
SAUTE until just about tender.
STIR in a handful of chopped cilantro and some green onions.
MASH 2 skin off/pitted avocado until creamy in a separate bowl with a little bit of lime.
LET cauliflower cool a little bit and then stir in the creamy avocado.
TASTE to see if you need a little more S/P.
Avocado cauliflower “rice” is perfect to eat just by itself or as side dish. Its good when it’s served hot or cold.
There's a lot you can do with avocado, isn’t there? Here’s a dressing/dip that I like to make.
Avocado Dressing/Dip
MASH 1 skin off/pitted avocado until smooth with a little lime juice and sea salt.
STIR in 1-2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. local honey, 1 tsp. Herbes de Provence, 1 tsp. ground thyme, and S/P.
I’ve made it with thyme or Italian seasoning instead of the Herbs de Provence that’s really good as well. You could always add more apple cider vinegar or even some EVOO to make it more of a dressing for salad. I like it a little on the thick side.
What unique way have you used avocado’s?
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The most adventurous I have gotten with avocado is to make brownies with it, like your friend. I thought it turned out great! I also like to add frozen avocado* to my green smoothies! Thank you for sharing these wonderful avocado recipes!
* Available in the freezer section of most grocery stores. 😊
Avocado cauliflower rice sounds a-mazing!