Low Fat Garlic Fried Rice
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Low Fat Garlic Fried Rice, a healthier twist on a classic favorite that doesn’t skimp on taste or satisfaction. Featuring nutrient-packed ingredients like hearty cooked brown rice, fresh garlic, vibrant green onions, and colorful veggies such as carrots and peas, this dish is a flavorful and wholesome option for any meal. Enhanced with a delicate drizzle of low-sodium soy sauce and toasted sesame oil, every bite delivers a perfect balance of savory and aromatic notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick skillet recipe uses minimal fat thanks to canola oil cooking spray, making it ideal for those seeking lighter fare without sacrificing flavor. Perfect as a standalone dish or a side, this low-fat garlic fried rice lets you savor every forkful guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 3 stalks green onions
- 1 medium carrot
- 0.5 cup peas
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- as needed canola oil cooking spray
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing your ingredients: Finely mince the garlic, chop the green onions, and dice the carrot into small cubes.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the skillet with canola oil cooking spray.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the diced carrot to the garlic and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes until slightly softened.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cooked brown rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the garlic and carrots.
Add the peas and the chopped green onions to the rice, stirring frequently.
Pour in the low-sodium soy sauce and the toasted sesame oil. Stir everything together to evenly coat the rice and vegetables.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until everything is heated through, approximately 5 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with more fresh green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2820 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.8 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1003 mg | 21% | |
*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.
