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A close-up of vibrant Vegetable Quinoa Fried Rice mixed with bright green peas and orange carrots in a white serving bowl.

Vegetable Quinoa Fried Rice

This recipe makes a simple, flavorful fried rice using quinoa instead of traditional rice. It is quick to prepare and suitable for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa Fried Rice
  • 2 cups Cooked quinoa, chilled Leftover or day-old quinoa works best.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Mixed frozen vegetables Peas, carrots, corn blend.
  • 1/2 cup Diced onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 large Eggs Lightly beaten.
  • 3 tbsp Soy sauce or tamari Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Green onions, sliced For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the sesame oil and vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and ground ginger and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until just set, then break them up and mix them with the vegetables.
  4. Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through.
  5. Add the chilled cooked quinoa to the skillet. Break up any clumps with your spoon or spatula. Stir everything together well.
  6. Pour the soy sauce (or tamari) and black pepper over the quinoa mixture. Stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes until the quinoa is heated through and coated with the sauce.
  7. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

If you prefer a crispier texture, use slightly less oil and let the quinoa sit undisturbed in the hot pan for a minute or two before stirring.

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