Description
Looking for a quick, delicious, and nutritious meal? This quinoa fried rice is ready in just 15 minutes and packed with veggies, protein, and flavor! Plus, it’s vegetarian, gluten-free (if using tamari), and meal-prep friendly! 🌿🥕
Ingredients
✔️ 1 ½ cups cooked quinoa
✔️ 3 eggs, scrambled 🍳
✔️ 1 carrot, chopped 🥕
✔️ ⅓ cup frozen peas
✔️ ½ cup cauliflower or broccoli, chopped 🥦
✔️ ½ cup cabbage, chopped
✔️ 2 scallions, chopped
✔️ 1 garlic clove, minced 🧄
✔️ 1-2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
✔️ 1 tbsp sesame oil
✔️ 2 tbsp coconut or olive oil
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Eggs 🍳
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Scramble the eggs and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the Veggies 🥦
- In the same pan, add garlic, cauliflower, and peas. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring.
3️⃣ Add Quinoa & More Veggies 🥢
- Stir in cooked quinoa, carrots, cabbage, and scallions.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4️⃣ Season & Finish 🌿
- Add soy sauce & sesame oil, mix well.
- Adjust flavors as needed, then turn off the heat.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy! 🍽
- Enjoy as-is or add protein like chicken or tofu!
Notes
Double the ingredients to make extra for the week!