Nourishing Vietnamese Keto Bowl

This Nourishing Vietnamese Keto Bowl recipe is a delicious, healthy, and energizing dish suitable for Keto diets. With fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, it's perfect for breakfast or lunch to fuel your day.

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: 5 minutes - Total Time: 15 minutes

🍽 Servings: 2

🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate

🌎 Cuisine: Vietnamese

Allergens

Shellfish (shrimp)

Ingredients

1/2 cup cauliflower rice
1/4 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup sliced cucumber
1/4 cup sliced red bell pepper
1/4 cup avocado, diced
2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp. lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a small pan over medium heat, cook the cauliflower rice for about 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
Place cooked cauliflower rice in a bowl, add shrimp, cucumber, red bell pepper, avocado, and cilantro on top.
Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

To enhance the flavor, you can add a splash of fish sauce or a dollop of sriracha to taste.

Notes

This recipe can be easily customized to fit your dietary needs by swapping out ingredients or adjusting portion sizes.

Substitutions

For a non-Keto version, replace cauliflower rice with cooked white or brown rice. You can also substitute other proteins for the shrimp, such as chicken, tofu, or tempeh.

Alternative Preparations

This dish can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference. For a cold bowl, prepare all ingredients and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Alternative Methods

Instead of cooking the cauliflower rice in a pan, you can steam it for 5 minutes or microwave it for 2 minutes.

Best Storage Practice

Store cooked shrimp and prepared vegetables separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Cauliflower rice can be stored in a separate container. Assemble the bowl when ready to eat for optimal freshness.

Shelf Life

Cooked shrimp and vegetables will last up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Plating Tips

Arrange ingredients in a visually appealing pattern on the plate, using cauliflower rice as the base, followed by colorful vegetables and protein. Garnish with additional cilantro and sesame seeds for an attractive finish.

Nutrition Facts

This dish is low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for Keto diets. It is also high in healthy fats from avocado and protein from shrimp, creating a satisfying, nutritious meal.