Peanut Noodles

These vegan peanut noodles are a delightful blend of rich, creamy peanut sauce and fresh vegetables, making for a satisfying and nutritious lunch. Quick to prepare, they are perfect for a busy day while still delivering delicious flavors.

Peanut Noodles
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Rice noodles - 150 grams
  • Peanut butter - 3 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
  • Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
  • Bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
  • Green onion - 2, chopped
  • Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Crushed peanuts - 2 tablespoons, for garnish
  • Chili flakes - to taste

Steps

  1. Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, and chopped green onion.
  4. Pour the peanut sauce over the noodle and vegetable mixture, tossing everything together until well coated.
  5. Serve the noodles in bowls, garnished with chopped cilantro, crushed peanuts, and a sprinkle of chili flakes to taste.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 60 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in healthy fats from peanut butter, which can support heart health.
  • Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall well-being.

Tags

ChineseVeganLunch