Szechuan Noodle Toss

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 3
Delicious Szechuan Noodle Toss recipe for your lunch or dinner
in Noodle

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package thin spaghetti
1/4 cup sesame oil , divided
2 large red bell peppers , cut into julienne strips
4 green onions , cut into 1 inch pieces
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 bag fresh spinach , torn into bite-size pieces
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can sliced water chestnuts , drained
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 -2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
475
Sugar
6g
Fat
19g
This Szechuan Noodle Toss recipe is a flavorful combination of vegetables, protein and noodles tossed together in a delicious sesame and soy sauce dressing. The dish has a slightly spicy kick due to the use of red pepper flakes, which is balanced out by the sweetness of the bell peppers and the earthy spinach. This recipe is perfect for those who enjoy Asian-inspired dishes and is a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your diet. The dish can be enjoyed hot or cold and can be easily prepared ahead of time for lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, drain and rinse under cold water.
2.Heat 2 tablespoons of the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, green onions and garlic; cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
3.Add spinach; cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
4.Add chicken, water chestnuts, soy sauce, rice vinegar, crushed red pepper, gingerroot and remaining sesame oil.
5.Stir in cooked spaghetti and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.

PROS

This Szechuan Noodle Toss recipe is easy to make and takes less than an hour to prepare, making it perfect for lunch or dinner.

The recipe is also customizable and can be made vegetarian by replacing chicken with tofu or other protein alternatives.

CONS

This recipe contains a moderate amount of sodium due to the use of soy sauce.
Those watching their sodium intake should be mindful of the amount used in this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains a variety of vegetables, including bell peppers and spinach, which are rich in nutrients and low in calories.
Sesame oil is also a good source of healthy fats, while gingerroot has anti-inflammatory properties that may benefit digestion and reduce inflammation.

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