Low Fat Pineapple Fried Rice
Brighten up your dinner table with this flavorful and nutrient-packed Low Fat Pineapple Fried Rice! This healthier twist on the classic dish combines wholesome cooked brown rice with vibrant veggies like carrots, bell peppers, peas, and fresh pineapple chunks for a naturally sweet and savory flavor combination. Seasoned with reduced-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, and a touch of sesame oil, every bite is bursting with taste and nutrition. Scrambled egg and chopped cilantro add richness and a hint of freshness, while green onions make for the perfect garnish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Perfectly balanced, it’s lower in fat and sure to satisfy your cravings!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 0.25 cup vegetable stock
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup frozen peas
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, reduced sodium
- 1 teaspoon light sesame oil
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients by dicing the carrot and bell pepper, slicing green onions, and mincing the garlic.
Heat the teaspoon of light sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and bell pepper to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes or until vegetables start to soften.
Pour the beaten egg into the pan, stirring constantly to scramble it until just cooked. Move it to one side of the pan.
Add the vegetable stock, frozen peas, pineapple chunks, and cooked brown rice to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine evenly.
Drizzle the soy sauce over the rice mixture and stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Add lime juice, chopped cilantro, and ground black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve warm, enjoying the blend of sweet pineapple with savory rice and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1098 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2599 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.6 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1764 mg | 38% | |
*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.
