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Cauliflower Rice and Beans

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Riced cauliflower kale and pinto beans in a bowl.
Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Micah Marie Morton

I’m not generally big on food trends. They’re sort of the equivalent of one long chain letter among chefs. But loving rice as I do, I make an exception for cauliflower rice; it would be a shame if a dish like rice and beans couldn’t be enjoyed by everyone (including those sensitive to rice). Cauliflower is an excellent stand-in for my favorite grain and, paired with beans, serves as a health-conscious take on a dish beloved by so many cultures.

This recipe was excerpted from ‘Homage’ by Chris Scott. Buy the full book on Amazon.

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