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Quinoa Fried Rice (One Pot)

February 23, 2018 By Allyson 67 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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 Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make at home version of the classic fried rice. Loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it’s the perfect healthy meal or side dish. 

Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make-at-home version of classic fried rice. Made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it's the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish.Since quinoa hit the scene years ago, I have made tons of recipes with it. It’s the perfect lower carb option and I often replace white rice or pasta with quinoa. Fried rice is one of my vices, and you can make it much healthier by subbing quinoa for the rice, and making it at home so you know exactly what goes into it. This Quinoa fried rice is made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, which makes it the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish. 

Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make-at-home version of classic fried rice. Made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it's the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish.

I first made this Quinoa Fried Rice over five years ago, and i’ve never stopped! Everyone in my family loves it, and trust me, you don’t even miss the rice when you use quinoa!

Why Quinoa is healthier than regular rice:

**Scroll all the way to the end of this post to see full nutritional information.

  • One cup of cooked quinoa has about 40 fewer calories than the same amount of white rice, but the real benefit is in the carbohydrates. White rice has almost 15 times more grams of carbohydrates than quinoa. 
  • Quinoa provides 5 more grams of fiber and double the protein (8 grams per cup)!
  • Quinoa is a complete protein meaning it contains all nine of the essential amino acids your body needs. There are very few non-meat sources that provide this!
  • Quinoa is gluten free.
  • Quinoa is full of minerals; iron, phosphorus, manganese, zinc, and magnesium. It also contains calcium, potassium, and selenium. 

Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make-at-home version of classic fried rice. Made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it's the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish.

How to Make Quinoa Fried Rice:

This recipe is great because it can all be made in ONE POT! I love one pot recipes!

  • Start by heating half the oil in your big pot (I recommend one like this); crack your eggs into the bottom and scramble them up until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
  • Heat the rest of the oil in the pot, add the onions, garlic, and ginger and cook for a few minutes. Add carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, and zucchini; saute for 2 minutes. 
  • Add 1 1/2 cups of rinsed quinoa to the pot, then add 2 1/2 cups water to the pot; stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then cover an reduce the heat to simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender.
  • Add the corn and peas, then stir to combine and allow those to heat up. 
  • Lastly, add the soy sauce, green onions, and scrambled eggs into the pot. Stir to combine then serve topped with additional green onions if you want!

How to freeze Quinoa Fried Rice:

  • If you would like to double this recipe, it works to freeze the extra batch. I allow it to completely cool, then add 2 cups into freezer safe quart size zip lock bags. Lay them flat and press out all the air before sealing, and press the quinoa out flat inside the bag as well. Place into freezer.
  • Keeps for up to 3 months.
  • Place in fridge or on the counter a few hours before you plan to serve the quinoa fried rice.  

Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make-at-home version of classic fried rice. Made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it's the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish.

Using Quinoa Fried Rice as a Side Dish:

  • Serve quinoa fried rice alongside Genera Tso’s Tofu for the perfect Chinese take-out at home!
  • Serve Bang Bang Tofu with it’s creamy spicy sauce along with Quinoa Fried Rice.
  • Want to double up on your protein? Try these delicious Spicy Thai Chicken Tenders with the Quinoa Fried Rice. 
  • Not a big spicy sauce lover? Try these easy Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips as your main dish and serve the quinoa on the side!

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Quinoa Fried Rice
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make-at-home version of classic fried rice. Made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it's the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish.

Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 238 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 TBS olive oil divided
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 TBS ginger grated
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms chopped
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli (frozen or fresh) chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 1 zucchini chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 3 TBS lower sodium soy sauce
  • 4 stalks green onions chopped
Instructions
  1. Heat half the oil in your big pot; crack your eggs into the bottom and scramble them until just cooked. Remove and set aside.

  2. Heat the rest of the oil in the pot, add the onions, garlic, and ginger and cook for a few minutes. Add carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, and zucchini; saute for 2 minutes.

  3. Add 1 1/2 cups of rinsed quinoa to the pot, then add 2 1/2 cups water to the pot; stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender. Fluff quinoa up with a fork.

  4. Add the corn and peas, then stir to combine and allow to heat up.

  5. Add soy sauce, green onions, and scrambled eggs into the pot. Stir to combine then serve topped with additional green onions if desired.

Recipe Notes

Originally posted in 2013, updated February 2018.

Recipe adapted from Damn Delicious.

Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make-at-home version of classic fried rice. Made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it's the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish. 

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Quinoa Fried Rice is the perfect lower carb make-at-home version of classic fried rice. Made in one pot and loaded with broccoli, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, it's the perfect easy healthy meal or side dish.

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  1. pamasaurus says

    June 10, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    Yum! This looks amazing!

    Reply
  2. now at home mom says

    June 10, 2013 at 11:45 pm

    your pictures are beautiful & this fried rice looks delicious! 🙂

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      June 12, 2013 at 2:15 pm

      Thank you so much, Ingrid!

      Reply
  3. Robin says

    June 12, 2013 at 2:28 pm

    Quinoa is a new staple in our house, so I’ve been on the look out for different ways to use it. Thanks for coming by and partying with us at Fluster Buster’s Creative Muster.

    Robin @ Fluster Buster

    Reply
  4. organized31 says

    June 14, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    I’ve never cooked with quinoa, but this recipe sounds delicious! I’d love if you’d come and share at Inspire Us Thursday at Organized 31. http://organized31.blogspot.com/2013/06/inspire-us-thursday-link-party-3.html

    Reply
  5. Ainsley says

    July 2, 2013 at 7:38 pm

    this was delicious!! great for meat-free days (the eggs don’t count!). really yummy and easy dinner.

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      July 3, 2013 at 10:49 am

      I am so happy you liked it! It has become a staple at our house!

      Reply
  6. Hope says

    July 19, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    Hi what is Quiona?

    Reply
  7. Oni says

    August 1, 2013 at 8:20 pm

    This recipe isn’t gluten Farr because of the soy sauce.

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      August 1, 2013 at 8:27 pm

      Oh, I don’t think I said it was gluten free, but a great soy sauce substitute would be liquid aminos, which is GF. Hope you give it a try!

      Reply
  8. Aylene says

    August 4, 2013 at 6:06 am

    Sounds wonderful!

    Reply
  9. Lisa says

    December 20, 2013 at 9:58 am

    This looks so good! Can you add edamame to this?

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      December 20, 2013 at 10:20 am

      Lisa, that would be a GREAT addition! Total yum!

      Reply
  10. Lisa says

    December 20, 2013 at 10:28 am

    Great! Any suggestions as to how much and when to add it to the cooking process?

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      December 20, 2013 at 10:30 am

      If it is defrosted I would add it towards the end, because it doesn’t take long to be heated through. If it’s frozen, I would add it with this step: Add mushrooms, broccoli and zucchini. Cook, stirring constantly, until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes. Hope you like it!

      Reply
  11. Lisa says

    December 20, 2013 at 10:45 am

    Thanks!

    Reply
  12. Lori says

    December 21, 2013 at 6:35 am

    Remember to buy gf soy sauce though…regular soy sauce is not gluten-free.

    Reply
  13. Yosef - This American Bite says

    December 24, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    Congrats! This recipe has been nominated to win my Inspired Recipe of the Year Award. The shortlist will be announced on 12/30/2013.

    Reply
  14. April says

    January 16, 2014 at 6:49 pm

    this sounds great! One tip for anyone who doesn’t cook fried rice often, the secret to a great tasting dish is…sesame oil! It will change the way you cook Asian cuisine. Just substitute your olive oil for the sesame oil and voila, delish dish!

    Reply
  15. Heather @ Sugar Dish Me says

    January 10, 2015 at 8:32 am

    Love it!! We use quinoa in our stir fry too. I’ve never made the recipe from Damn Delicious, but I know I have it saved. Totally trying it! Yours looks great!

    Reply
  16. Ella Preuss says

    February 19, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    This is so good! I just cooked some for me and my brother and it’s delicious! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  17. Sarah says

    May 12, 2015 at 3:22 am

    This was delicious! My husband and I do 5:2 fasting and we can eat a portion of this on our fast days because a portion is low enough in calories and it really fills you up.

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      May 12, 2015 at 11:27 am

      Isn’t it delicious?! I am so happy it fits into your dietary needs!

      Reply
  18. Hailey says

    October 30, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    made this for dinner tonight and it was delicious!!! I have so much left over I can’t wait to keep eating it the next few days!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      October 31, 2015 at 1:48 pm

      This is one of our families all time favorite recipes! I am so happy you loved it! The leftovers always reheat really well, too!

      Reply
  19. Nutmeg Nanny says

    February 23, 2018 at 10:40 pm

    Oh my goodness…this looks absolutely delicious!

    Reply
  20. Abeer says

    February 24, 2018 at 2:35 pm

    This rice would be my perfect lunch!

    Reply
  21. Jen says

    February 24, 2018 at 3:40 pm

    I love fried rice but always feel guilty about how unhealthy it is! I need to try this healthier version!

    Reply
  22. Sabrina says

    February 24, 2018 at 6:34 pm

    I need to eat more quinoa and this looks like a delicious way to do it! Yummy!

    Reply
  23. Krista says

    February 25, 2018 at 11:47 pm

    This is calling my name! I love everything you have packed in here!

    Reply
  24. Lauren @ Hall Nesting says

    February 26, 2018 at 7:23 am

    My parents are always looking for low carb meals this would be great for them

    Reply
  25. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    February 26, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    Such a great way to incorporate quinoa into a lovely dish! I’m loving all those yummy green veggies, too!

    Reply

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