Woman’s Day Peanut-Vegetable Lo-Mein 🥜🥦
Description:
Looking for a quick, flavorful, and budget-friendly meal? This Peanut-Vegetable Lo-Mein recipe is your answer! With a cooking time of just 7 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something delicious yet wholesome. Packed with vegetables, noodles, and a savory peanut sauce, it’s a satisfying dish that won’t weigh you down.
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: Asian
- Keywords: < 15 Mins, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 vegetable bouillon cube
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cups linguine
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts or cilantro (for garnish)
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 321.8
- Fat: 1.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 257.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 64.7g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Sugar: 1.7g
- Protein: 11.7g
Instructions:
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Boil the Water: In a saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the vegetable bouillon cube and stir until completely dissolved. Set aside.
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Prepare the Vegetables: While the bouillon water is heating, prepare your vegetables. You can use a variety of colorful veggies such as bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. Chop them into bite-sized pieces.
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Cook the Linguine: In a large pot, cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
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Simmer the Vegetables: In a large skillet, combine the mixed vegetables with 3 tablespoons of water. Cover the skillet and simmer the vegetables for about 3 minutes or until they are crisp-tender. Drain any excess liquid.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the simmered vegetables. Pour in the reserved cooking water, fresh lime juice, and soy sauce. Toss everything together until well mixed and the noodles are coated with the sauce.
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Garnish and Serve: For an added touch of flavor and texture, sprinkle chopped peanuts or cilantro over the lo-mein before serving. This adds a delightful crunch and freshness to the dish.
Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Peanut-Vegetable Lo-Mein in just 7 minutes! It’s a perfect meal for busy days when you want something quick, easy, and satisfying.
