📍 Where this dish comes from: Naxos · The Portara (Temple of Apollo gate)
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Cauliflower rice tossed with all the flavors of tzatziki — Greek yogurt, garlic, dill, cucumber, and lemon — makes the most versatile and extraordinary side dish in this book. It takes 10 minutes and makes everything it is served alongside taste better. You will make this every week.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 135kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups cauliflower rice freshly grated or store-bought
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 small cucumber grated and squeezed dry
- 3 tbsp full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Saute cauliflower rice in olive oil over medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until just tender and slightly golden at the edges. Season with salt.
- Remove from heat. Let cool 2 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, squeezed cucumber, yogurt, dill, mint, and lemon juice.
- Mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve immediately while warm, or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 135kcal | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 2.5g
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Health Benefits
- Cauliflower contains sulforaphane, a compound that activates the body’s natural detoxification pathways and has been extensively studied for cancer prevention.
- Yogurt adds probiotics and protein with fewer carbs than a starch-based side dish.
- Dill’s essential oils support healthy digestion.