Recipe: Vegetarian Edamame Noodle Bowl
Alternatives to traditional pasta remain a popular trend. There’s a good reason for it! Our vegetarian edamame noodle bowl demonstrates the power of plants as a source of protein and fiber. Pasta or noodles made from beans or legumes have a higher protein and fiber content. Paired with colorful vegetables (and fruit), and you’ve made an amazing, delicious, plate method meal.
Are your plates often lacking in color? In need of some produce inspiration? We’ve got you with this recipe. Check out the tip below to switch up the color spectrum!
Vegetarian Edamame Noodle Bowl
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 package edamame noodles (we used Explore Organic Edamame + Mung Bean Fettuccine)
- 1/2 C peanut butter
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1/4 C olive oil
- 1/2 C rice vinegar
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 Tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 C grape tomatoes, sliced
- 1 C apple, cubed (we used Golden Delicious)
- 1/2 C cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 C purple cabbage, shredded
- 1 C carrots, shredded
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 avocado, sliced
Directions
- Prepare noodles per instructions on the box. If using Explore’s Mung Bean + Edamame fettuccine, bring water to a boil in a pot on the stove over high heat. Add the noodles, reduce heat to medium. Cook 5-7 minutes. S train and place noodles in a large bowl.
- Combine peanut butter, honey, olive oil, vinegar, ginger, and sriracha sauce in a small bowl. Whisk well to combine.
- Drizzle sauce over warm noodles, tossing gently with tongs or large spoon. Add in grape tomatoes, apple, cilantro, cabbage, and carrots. Toss again to combine.
- Divide between 4 bowls and top with sesame seeds and sliced avocado. Serve warm or cold.
Tip: Eat the rainbow! We can’t emphasize it enough. Why? Every color holds different nutritional values. Whether it’s vitamins, minerals, or phytonutrients, color reflects chemistry and visually identifies nutrient diversity. When we eat the rainbow, we supply our bodies with a variety of nutrients that support metabolism and health.
Various colorful ingredients also add different flavors! If you’re ever bored with your plate, find a color you haven’t had in a while. Getting out of a food rut and away from repetitive meals can help break plateaus and support overall health in new ways.
Recipe modified from: Good Housekeeping
