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Low Carb Creamy Lemony Faux Risotto

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 166kcal
Author Brenda Bennett | Sugar Free Mom

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped shallots
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 8 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1 lemon zested and juice about 3 tbsp
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan reggiano
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil

Instructions

  • Heat oil, shallots and garlic in a large skillet until shallots are tender.
  • Place cauliflower florets in food processor and pulse until resembles rice.
  • Add cauliflower rice to skillet and season with slat and pepper.
  • Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
  • Cook about 5 minutes then turn heat to low.
  • Stir in lemon juice, zest and mascarpone cheese.
  • Once mascarpone is incorporated add Parmesan and basil.
  • Enjoy immediately.
  • Makes 6 cups total.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 5.7g | Fat: 14.2g | Saturated Fat: 6.5g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 297mg | Fiber: 1.8g | Sugar: 2.3g