Mushroom “Risotto” Style Cauliflower Rice

by | Jun 18, 2025 | Main Dishes, Side Dishes, Trader Joe Favorites

Serves: 2 – 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 recipe Basic Cauliflower Rice
  • 6 oz organic baby portobello mushrooms, sliced or chopped
    – or –
    1 (12 oz) bag frozen Trader Joe’s Mushroom Medley
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Basic Cauliflower Rice through Step 3.
  2. If using fresh mushrooms, add them to the pan after the onion and garlic have softened. Cook until they release moisture and begin to brown, then add the cauliflower rice and continue with the recipe.
  3. If using Trader Joe’s frozen Mushroom Medley, defrost or microwave, then pulse in a food processor until finely chopped. Prepare the full Basic Cauliflower Rice first, then stir in the chopped mushroom medley at the end. Cook just long enough to heat through.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. If using Parmesan, stir it in at the end until melted and creamy. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes:

  • The fresh mushroom version gives a more textured, savory feel, while the Mushroom Medley version is creamier and more risotto-like thanks to the finer texture.

There’s a little Italian restaurant in Manhattan called Zia Maria’s. They make the BEST Risotto Funghi (Mushroom Risotto)! This recipe is my rendition — with a healthy twist.

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