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Quinoa Fried Rice & Veggies

Healthy Quinoa Fried Rice & Veggies

This vegan dish uses quinoa instead of rice! Tasty enough to enjoy alone!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese, Vegan
Keyword: quick

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 cup dried quinoa rinsed
  • 1 3/4 cups water or low sodium vegetable broth
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 2 carrots peeled & diced
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 small zucchini diced
  • 3 scallions sliced thin
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper (any) diced
  • 1 cup cabbage shredded
  • 1/2 cup basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp tamari
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • sriracha hot sauce, red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper to taste

Instructions

  • QUINOA: Rinse quinoa in sieve under cool water. In medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 1 3/4 cups water or vegetable broth (bring to a boil), simmer covered for 15 minutes. When done, remove cover and let set for another 10 minutes to soak up excess liquid. Fluff with fork and set aside.
  • VEGGIES: In large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium high, add veggies and stir fry for 1-2 minutes. Add tamari, garlic powder and other seasonings to taste. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add quinoa to the veggie mixture, turn heat to high, cook another 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add a drizzle of oil if mixture seems too dry.

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