Easy Thai-Ish Noodles and Vegetables

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 1
Easy Thai-Ish Noodles and Vegetables recipe perfect for weeknight dinner
in Noodles

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup natural chunky peanut butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce ( tamari )
3 tablespoons tomato puree
3 tablespoons dry sherry
1 lime , zest of , grated
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar ( dark is better )
1/2 teaspoon chili paste with garlic ( see note )
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves , minced
2 tablespoons peanuts , roasted and chopped
2 scallions , thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper , finely diced
10 snow peas , diagonally sliced into thin shreds
2 cups mushrooms , sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
1 lb spaghetti ( see note )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
535
Sugar
14g
Fat
28g
This Easy Thai-Ish Noodles and Vegetables recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is a balanced meal with plenty of vegetables and whole-grain spaghetti. The peanut sauce provides a flavorful, protein-rich source of healthy fats. This dish is a healthier alternative to traditional takeout options like Pad Thai that is also delicious and easy to customize to your personal taste preferences.

Instructions

1.Cook spaghetti according to package directions and keep aside
2.In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, tomato puree, dry sherry, lime zest, lime juice, brown sugar, chili paste.
3.Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over a high heat. Add minced garlic and cook briefly.
4.Add red bell pepper, snow peas, mushrooms, broccoli florets to the skillet and stir until crisp-tender.
5.Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and stir with the vegetables.
6.Pour the peanut sauce over the vegetable-noodle mixture and toss until evenly coated.
7.Transfer the dish to a serving platter and top with peanuts and sliced scallions

PROS

This dish is quick and easy-to-prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.

It is a healthy and balanced meal with plenty of vegetables and healthy fats.

This recipe can easily be made gluten-free with the substitution of a gluten-free spaghetti option.

CONS

The dish is relatively high in calories and fat with peanut butter and vegetable oil as its primary ingredients.

The high sodium content from soy sauce might be a concern for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a healthy and balanced meal rich in fiber and nutritional value from the variety of vegetables and whole-grain spaghetti.
The peanut butter sauce provides healthy fats and a source of protein.
Broccoli in the dish is also an excellent source of vitamins C and K, as well as fiber.

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