Description
A comforting and easy skillet dish combining riced cauliflower with earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and creamy feta for a delightful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups) or 12 to 16 ounces frozen riced cauliflower, thawed and well drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 to 5 cups baby spinach, packed
- 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese or heavy cream (optional)
- Zest of 1 lemon, plus 1 tablespoon juice
- 1/4 cup toasted chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter foams, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Add the sliced mushrooms, spread them into a single layer, and let them brown for a couple of minutes. Stir and cook until most of their liquid has evaporated, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the riced cauliflower, toss to combine with the mushrooms and onions, pressing into the pan. Let sit for 2 to 3 minutes to develop color, then stir and continue cooking until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Lower the heat, stir in the cream cheese or heavy cream if using, then fold in spinach until wilted.
- Remove from heat, add lemon zest and juice, crumbled feta, and toasted nuts if using. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Toss and finish with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve hot, family-style from the skillet, or portion into bowls.
Notes
For added richness, consider topping with a fried egg. This dish is versatile; feel free to add any leftover vegetables or proteins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg