Vegetable Fried Rice
Vegetable Fried Rice is a flavorful dish made by stir-frying cooked rice with a variety of fresh vegetables, offering a tasty way to include grains in your meal. With only 129 calories per serving, it's a light yet satisfying option.
This dish is served in various meal programs including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP across New York City.
👨🍳 Chef's Tip: To enhance the flavor, consider adding a splash of low-sodium soy sauce or sesame oil just before serving.
⚠️ Allergen Info: Contains soy; Healthy Heart Food Service offers soy-free alternatives for those with sensitivities.
💡 Did you know? Fried rice has its origins in China, where it was traditionally a way to use up leftover rice and other ingredients, making it a sustainable dish.
🏙️ NYC Connection: In New York City, fried rice has become a staple in many Asian restaurants and is often featured in lunch programs for schools, reflecting the city's diverse culinary landscape.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.