Paleo Vegetable and Sausage Fried Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and wholesome Paleo Vegetable and Sausage Fried Rice! Packed with nutrient-rich cauliflower rice, a colorful medley of fresh veggies like carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers, and savory, paleo-friendly sausage, this one-pan dish is the perfect combination of healthy and satisfying. Infused with the umami-rich flavor of coconut aminos and a hint of garlic, this protein-packed recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings. It’s also gluten-free, grain-free, and perfect for meal prep! Customize it with optional scrambled eggs for extra protein or a drizzle of sesame oil for added depth, and serve it piping hot for a hearty, paleo-approved feast that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for fans of easy, low-carb, and paleo recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 3 links paleo-friendly sausage
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 medium bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange)
• 4 stalks green onions
• 3 garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons cooking fat (coconut oil, avocado oil, or ghee)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs (optional, for extra protein)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare your ingredients. Finely dice the carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper. Mince the garlic and thinly slice the green onions. If your sausage is uncooked, slice it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of the cooking fat in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking fat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and, if using, crack the eggs onto the empty side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix them with the vegetables.

Step 6

Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet, along with the coconut aminos, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine everything.

Step 7

Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower rice is tender but not mushy.

Step 8

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to evenly distribute it throughout the mixture. Cook for 1-2 more minutes to heat everything through.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and taste for seasoning. Adjust with additional coconut aminos, salt, or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with thinly sliced green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil, if desired. Enjoy your Paleo Vegetable and Sausage Fried Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1340.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1359.4

Total Fat 92.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 492.0mg	0%
Sodium 5678.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 42.9g
Protein 62.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 299.6mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 2550.2mg	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: 60.2%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 21.6%