Fried Rice
This fried rice is lower in fat and sodium than many take-out options will be. It is also easy to make and provides a good source of protein and vitamins!
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Serves6 (1 cup each)
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cups rice, brown, cooked
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1/2 green pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup broccoli, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 medium eggs, beaten
- 3/4 cup chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cooked, cut into 1" pieces
Directions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add rice and stir for 5 minutes.
- Stir in carrot, bell pepper, onion, broccoli, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Remove mixture from pan.
- Pour eggs into pan and scramble.
- Put vegetable mix and rice back in the pan and mix with scrambled eggs.
- Add chicken and cook until hot.
Recipe Tips
Use any type of chicken, or replace with tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition Facts
Fried Rice
Amount Per Serving (1 cup eachg)
Calories 222
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g
11%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 69mg
23%
Sodium 220mg
9%
Potassium 271mg
8%
Total Carbohydrates 28g
9%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Sugars 2g
Protein 11g
22%
Vitamin A
33%
Vitamin C
28%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
3%
Iron
7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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