Gluten-Free Vegetable Fried Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and delicious Gluten-Free Vegetable Fried Rice, a perfect one-pan meal that's ready in just 30 minutes! Bursting with colorful veggies like carrots, red bell peppers, and peas, this recipe combines day-old rice with the rich flavors of tamari and sesame oil for a satisfying meal that’s both gluten-free and packed with nutrients. Optional scrambled eggs add an extra boost of protein, making this dish versatile for both vegetarians and vegans (just leave out the eggs!). The secret to its irresistible texture? Letting the rice crisp up slightly in the pan before mixing everything together. Whether you’re craving an easy family dinner or a healthy meal prep option, this vegetable fried rice is sure to become your new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked white rice (cold, day-old preferred)
• 1 medium Carrot (diced small)
• 0.5 cups Frozen peas
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced small)
• 3 stalks Green onions (sliced thinly)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (such as avocado or canola oil)
• 2 large Eggs (optional for extra protein, omit for vegan)
• 0 Salt (to taste)
• 0 Black pepper (to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 2

If using eggs, scramble them: Crack the eggs into the skillet and stir until fully cooked, then remove and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet, then add the diced carrot, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Stir fry for 3 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Add the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, then add the cold, cooked rice to the other side. Pour the sesame oil over the rice and toss to coat.

Step 6

Spread the rice in an even layer and let it sit for 1-2 minutes to develop a slight crisp on one side, then stir everything together.

Step 7

Pour the tamari (gluten-free soy sauce) over the rice and stir well until evenly coated. Mix the scrambled eggs (if using) back into the rice.

Step 8

Add the sliced green onions, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir everything well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve warm. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1149g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1530.6

Total Fat 54.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3425.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 42.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 229.0mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1393.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 56.9%