Vegetarian Vegetable and Sausage Fried Rice

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and satisfying Vegetarian Vegetable and Sausage Fried Rice! Packed with colorful bell peppers, crisp carrots, and tender peas, this wholesome dish combines fluffy white or brown rice with savory, golden-browned plant-based sausage for a protein-packed twist. Aromatic garlic, ginger, and scallions infuse every bite with bold, irresistible flavor, while a finishing drizzle of soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari) ties it all together. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet special enough for entertaining. Serve this vegetarian fried rice hot, garnished with scallion greens for a delicious, customizable one-pan meal that everyone will love! Keywords: vegetarian fried rice, plant-based sausage, easy weeknight dinner, healthy fried rice, quick plant-based meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 2 links plant-based sausage
• 1 large carrot
• 2 medium bell peppers (assorted colors)
• 0.5 cups frozen peas
• 3 stalks scallions (green onions)
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 inch ginger
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all the vegetables: Peel and dice the carrot, slice the bell peppers, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and slice the scallions (separating the whites and greens).

Step 2

Slice the plant-based sausage into thin coins or bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the plant-based sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the garlic, ginger, and scallion whites. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced carrot, sliced bell peppers, and frozen peas. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the sesame oil into the empty space. Add the cooked rice and stir to combine with the vegetables. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up any clumps of rice.

Step 7

Drizzle the soy sauce (or tamari) over the rice and stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly.

Step 8

Return the cooked plant-based sausage to the skillet and mix well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with the scallion greens. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1288.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1850.8

Total Fat 81.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5246.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 62.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 350.8mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2103.2mg	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: 39.3%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 47.2%