Zucchini Vegetable Fried Rice
This Zucchini Vegetable Fried Rice is that effortless kind of pretty — simple, colorful, and always ready to impress without trying too hard. The tender zucchini brings juicy charm, the crisp veggies add crunch, and the rice ties everything together like your favorite pair of jeans. It’s light, satisfying, and vegan-approved — basically comfort food that won’t make you want to nap mid-bite. Each spoonful is savory, fragrant, and just a little flirty with flavor. Perfect for weeknights, lazy Sundays, or those “I should’ve meal-prepped” days we all pretend don’t exist.
Zucchini Vegetable Fried Rice
A light, vibrant vegan fried rice bursting with zucchini, fresh vegetables, and aromatic seasonings — quick, wholesome, and totally guilt-free.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice cold and separated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ onion finely chopped
- 1 cup zucchini diced
- ½ cup bell peppers chopped
- ½ cup carrots sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional but highly encouraged
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions for garnish
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest for brightness
Instructions
- Heat sesame and olive oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and onion; stir until golden and aromatic.
- Toss in zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots; cook until tender-crisp.
- Add the cooked rice and break apart any clumps.
- Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili flakes; mix evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper, then toss until fully combined.
- Add lemon zest and stir once more for a fresh finish.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 365
- Total Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 30%
- Vitamin A: 18%
- Iron: 11%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Calcium: 7%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use day-old rice — fresh rice clumps faster than bad eyeliner in humidity.
- Don’t overcook the zucchini; keep it tender with a little bite.
- Add tofu or edamame for extra protein power.
- A splash of lime juice at the end brightens the flavor beautifully.
- Leftovers? Stir-fry them again tomorrow — it tastes even better.
