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Vegetable fried Rice

Vegetable fried Rice has 232.3 calories per serving (1 Medium Cup) — that's 101.8 calories per 100g. It provides 3.8g protein, 30g carbs, and 10.8g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 56), this recipe is suitable for heart health. The 2.8g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Vegetable fried Rice
  • Serving Size 1 Medium Cup (200 g)
  • Calories232.3 kcal
  • Carbs30.0 g (119.9 kcal)
  • Protein3.8 g (15.0 kcal)
  • Fats10.8 g (97.4 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Vegetable fried Rice

  • Serving Size1 Medium Cup (200 g)
  • Calories232.3 kcal
  • Carbs30.0 g
  • Fiber2.8 g
  • Sugar1.1 g
  • Protein3.8 g
  • Fat10.8 g
  • Saturated fat2.2 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat4.2 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat3.8 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium400.7 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories101.8 kcal
  • Carbs13.1 g
  • Fiber1.2 g
  • Sugar0.5 g
  • Protein1.6 g
  • Fat4.7 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium175.6 mg

1 serving = 228.2g

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Serves: 5 persons

Ingredients

Soy sauce
1 Tea Spoon
Vinegar
1 Tea Spoon
Onions green raw
50 Grams
Milled raw rice
200 Grams
Green cabbage
50 Grams
Capsicum green
50 Grams
French beans country
50 Grams
Carrot orange
50 Grams
Garlic big clove
10 Grams
Rice bran oil
4 Table Spoon
Salt
1 Tea Spoon
Water
600 Milliliter
Black pepper powder
1 Tea Spoon
Green chilli sauce
1 Tea Spoon

Instructions

1
Cooking rice
Wash and soak rice in water for 10 minutes. Add the water and salt to a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the rice and stir, letting the water come to a boil again. Place the lid on the saucepan and lower the heat to a simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the rice steam for 5 minutes. Keep the cooked rice aside.
2
Preparing vegetables
Wash and chop all the veggies, roughly chop the garlic and keep aside.
3
Sautee
Heat a pan on medium heat. Once hot, add the oil and then add chopped garlic and saute it, also, saute spring onion until they sweat, furthermore add all the other vegetables, stir fry on high flame without overcooking vegetables. Now add salt, black pepper powder,soya sauce, green chilli sauce and vinegar. Stir-fry until combined well.
4
Mixing
Keeping the flame on high add cooked rice. Adjust the salt and pepper. Stir-fry by mixing well making sure rice grains won't break.
5
Serving
Once done, remove it in a serving dish and serve hot.

Glycemic Index

56 Medium
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a moderate blood glucose rise; pair with protein/fiber for better stability.

How to flatten the spike

  • Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
  • Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
  • Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.

Compare & Substitute

NutrientVegetable fried RiceBellulli fried riceChicken fried riceGarlic fried rice
Calories232.3 kcal192.8 kcal244.8 kcal192.8 kcal
Carbs30 g31.2 g28 g31.2 g
Protein3.8 g4 g7 g4 g
Fat10.8 g5.8 g11.6 g5.8 g
Fiber2.8 g2.9 g2.5 g2.9 g
Sugar1.1 g1.2 g1 g1.2 g
Sodium400.7 mg416.8 mg375.4 mg416.8 mg
Cholesterol0 mg0 mg10.1 mg0 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 232.3 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control. Pair with a fiber-rich salad to improve satiety.

Diabetes

Moderate glycemic index (GI: 56). Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (3.8g per serving) — not sufficient alone for muscle building. Combine with high-protein sides like paneer, eggs, chicken, dal, or a protein shake to reach 25-30g protein per meal.

Heart Health

Zero cholesterol and low saturated fat (2.2g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Contains heart-healthy fats.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (56) can spike insulin — Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.

Thyroid

Contains soy-based ingredients which may interfere with thyroid medication absorption. However, cooking significantly reduces goitrogen activity. If you have hypothyroidism, ensure these are well-cooked and maintain a gap of 30-60 minutes from thyroid medication.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Medium Cup (~228.2g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Medium Cup (~228.2g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Medium Cup (~228.2g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Medium Cup (~228.2g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Lower fat

Reduce oil to 1 teaspoon and use an air fryer or non-stick pan. Steaming vegetables before adding retains flavor with less fat.

Boost protein

Add 50g paneer, a boiled egg, or a side of sprouted moong dal. Stirring in 1 tbsp of peanut butter also adds 4g protein.

Lower glycemic load

Replace refined flour (maida) with whole wheat atta, or swap white rice with brown rice or millets like jowar/bajra.

Make diabetes-friendly

Replace potato with cauliflower or bottle gourd. Add a squeeze of lemon — the acidity lowers glycemic response.

Reduce sodium

Cut salt by half and boost flavor with lemon juice, fresh herbs, or amchur (dry mango powder) instead.

Meal prep friendly

Vegetable fried Rice stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

Using too much oil or ghee

Why it matters: Excess oil can double the calorie content without adding nutritional value.

Fix: Measure oil with a tablespoon instead of pouring freely. 1 tbsp = 120 kcal.

Adding salt without measuring

Why it matters: Excess sodium increases blood pressure risk. Indian cooking already uses salt-heavy ingredients like pickles and chutneys alongside.

Fix: Use ½ teaspoon salt and taste before adding more. Account for sodium from other meal components.

Not measuring serving size

Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (464.5-696.8 kcal).

Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.

Pairing with another high-GI food

Why it matters: Eating rice with another starchy dish doubles the glycemic load, causing sharp blood sugar spikes.

Fix: Choose one carb source per meal. Pair with roti instead of rice, or add a protein-rich side.

Overcooking the vegetables

Why it matters: Overcooking destroys heat-sensitive vitamins (C, B-complex) and reduces fiber quality.

Fix: Cook vegetables until just tender. Add delicate vegetables (like spinach or capsicum) in the last 2-3 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

One serving of Vegetable fried Rice contains 232.3 kcal (3.8g protein, 30g carbs, 10.8g fat). That's 101.8 kcal per 100g. You can track exact portions in the Hint app.

At 232.3 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control. Pair with a fiber-rich salad to improve satiety. Stick to one measured serving and track it in the Hint app to stay within your calorie budget.

Moderate glycemic index (GI: 56). Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response. The glycemic index is 56 (Medium). Always consult your dietitian for personalized guidance — Hint Premium connects you with expert dietitians.

Vegetable fried Rice has 3.8g protein per serving. For a protein boost, combine with paneer, eggs, dal, or chicken.

Vegetable fried Rice at 232.3 kcal works for dinner if it's your main dish. Avoid eating within 2 hours of bedtime. If watching kcal intake, have a smaller portion at night.

Since Vegetable fried Rice is low in protein, pair it with dal, paneer, curd, or eggs. Add a fiber-rich salad for completeness. Track your full meal in the Hint app for accurate nutrition totals.

Moderate-to-high GI (56) can spike insulin — Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.

Scientific References

  1. Increased dietary fiber intake is associated with lower body weight

    Slavin JL (2005). Dietary fiber and body weight. Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2003.09.004
  2. Curcumin in turmeric has significant anti-inflammatory properties

    Hewlings SJ & Kalman DS (2017). Curcumin: A Review of Its Effects on Human Health. Foods.

    DOI: 10.3390/foods6100092
  3. Reducing sodium intake lowers blood pressure and cardiovascular risk

    WHO (2012). Guideline: Sodium intake for adults and children. World Health Organization.

    DOI: WHO/NMH/NHD/13.2
  4. Cruciferous vegetables may interfere with thyroid function when consumed raw in large amounts, but cooking largely deactivates goitrogens

    Felker P et al. (2016). Concentrations of thiocyanate and goitrin in human plasma after ingestion of cooked cruciferous vegetables. Nutrition Reviews.

    DOI: 10.1093/nutrit/nuw028

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