Description
Easy Healthy Veggie Fried Quinoa That Boosts Your Energy Fast
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Quinoa (Rinse well to remove bitterness)
- 2 cups Vegetable Broth (Use instead of water for depth of flavor)
- 1 cup Carrots (Julienne or dice)
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (Mix of colors for appeal)
- 1 cup Green Peas (Fresh or frozen)
- 4 stalks Green Onions (Thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil (For cooking)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (Grated)
- 2 large Eggs (Scrambled in for extra protein)
- Chili Flakes (Sprinkle to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve for about 1–2 minutes until water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and vegetable broth to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add carrots, bell peppers, and peas; sauté for 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; pour in soy sauce and stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add cooked quinoa to the skillet, toss gently over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fully coated.
Notes
- Serve hot for best flavor.
- Customize vegetables based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg