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Pineapple fried quinoa overlay in a blue and white skillet on a marble background with white napkin

Quinoa Fried Rice

This healthy pineapple-fried quinoa is quick and easy to prepare. It is definitely a great way to use up leftover cooked quinoa, and the burst of sweet and savory is a delight to the taste buds.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Italian Quinoa Fried Rice
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 286kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Bragg's liquid aminos
  • 1 teaspoon roasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon oil (avocado, grape seed, or coconut oil)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • 1 medium carrot peeled and dice finely
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup pineapple tidbits fresh or frozen
  • Sauteed Tofu Cubes (optional) Ingredients below

For The Sauteed Tofu

  • 8 ounces extra-firm tofu drained, pressed and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon Bragg's liquid aminos
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or your favorite

Instructions

  • Combine Bragg's Liquid Amino and roasted sesame oil and set aside. If you are adding sauteed tofu to your pineapple fried quinoa then prepare it and set aside.
  • Drain tofu and squeeze to remove excess liquid, cut tofu into 1/2 inch cubes. Place tofu in a bowl and toss with Bragg's Liquid Aminos.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3-5 minutes, flip tofu, and cook until the other side is golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside on a plate.

To Prepare The Pineapple Fried Quinoa

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and ginger, cook, until fragrant about 1 minute.
  • Add green onion and stir. Add carrots and cook for about 1-minute stirring.
  • Add green peas, corn, and stir.
  • Add the cooked quinoa, pineapple, tofu, and stir well to combine.
  • Stir in the Bragg's Liquid Amino and sesame oil mixture.
  • Garnish with green onion slices and serve immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 464mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2790IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg