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SIDE Cauliflower Rice Tabbouleh

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Yield 8-10 servings

Do you want to get on the cauliflower rice train?  Here's a great way to start!  We substituted cauliflower rice (minced cauliflower that has the same appearance as rice) for bulgur wheat for this refreshing, gluten free option that helps pack in the veggies without anyone really noticing!  Since cauliflower rice has a similar mouth-feel to regular rice or bulgur wheat, it is a near-perfect substitute!  

It also absorbs the flavors of the lemon, parsley and garlic so nicely.  You might not even notice the difference!

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower or 2 pkg cauliflower rice (aka riced cauliflower)

2 tomatoes, chopped *optional, avoid if you can't have nightshades

1 English cucumber, peeled and cubed into small pieces

2-3 lemons, zested and juiced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 shallot, minced

1 bunch parsley, rinsed and chopped, divided

2 Tbsp fresh mint, leaves removed and chopped finely

1 tsp salt and pepper to taste

1 pinch red pepper flakes

2 Tbsp olive oil *optional

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This dish is great when made at the beginning of the week!  Allowing the flavors to marinate in the fridge for an extra hour (or day) will really allow everything to come together nicely!  Don't forget to taste before serving and add a bit more salt or lemon juice if you feel like the seasoning has become less "punchy."

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Recipe by Vie at https://getvie.com/2018/02/02/subscribe-to-vie-and-celebrate-the-healthy-way/