Cauliflower Rice Burrito Bowl

Cauliflower

• Sow seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
• Plant in full sun (at least 6 hours) and well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
• Maintain consistent moisture, especially as heads form, to prevent bolting and ensure tender growth.

Red Pepper

• Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date, transplanting seedlings after all danger of frost is past.
• Provide full sun (6-8 hours daily) and rich, well-draining soil; peppers thrive in warm conditions.
• Support taller pepper plants with stakes or cages to prevent branches from breaking under the weight of fruit.

Avocado

• Grow from seed by suspending a pit over water, then transfer to a large pot with well-draining soil once roots and a stem appear.
• Provide ample sunlight and protection from frost; avocado trees require warm climates to thrive outdoors.
• Water deeply and regularly, allowing the topsoil to dry out slightly between waterings.

Lime

• Plant young lime trees in a large container with citrus potting mix, ensuring good drainage.
• Provide at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily; bring indoors or protect during cold temperatures.
• Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and fertilize with a citrus-specific feed.

Coriander

• Sow seeds directly in shallow drills in spring or autumn, spacing them to allow for good air circulation.
• Plant in a location with partial shade during hot afternoons to slow bolting, and keep the soil consistently moist.
• Coriander is great for containers; use wider pots to accommodate its shallow root system and sow successionally.

• Use floating row covers for cauliflower to protect against cabbage worms and other brassica pests.

• Inspect pepper and coriander plants regularly for aphids and hand-remove them, or spray with insecticidal soap.

• Employ sticky traps to monitor and reduce populations of fruit flies and other flying pests around avocado and lime trees.

Cauliflower

• Harvest when the head is firm, white, and 6-8 inches in diameter, before the curds begin to separate.
• Cut the main stalk just below the head, leaving a few protective leaves attached.

Red Pepper

• Pick peppers when they reach their mature size and desired color (red for this recipe), using a sharp knife or shears.
• Harvest frequently to encourage more fruit production throughout the growing season.

Avocado

• Avocados do not ripen on the tree; pick mature fruits when they are full-sized, then allow them to soften at room temperature.
• Gently squeeze the fruit; it should yield slightly when ripe.

Lime

• Harvest limes when they are full-sized, firm, and have turned a bright green color, typically taking 3-6 months to ripen.
• Snip the fruit from the branch with clippers, leaving a small piece of stem attached.

Coriander

• Snip outer leaves and stems as needed once the plant is a few inches tall, using the cut-and-come-again method.
• Harvest before the plant bolts (sends up a flower stalk) as the leaves become bitter afterwards.