A budget-friendly, easy-to-make, and satisfying meal that uses pantry staples.
Noodles with Veggies in Peanut Sauce
A budget-friendly, easy-to-make, and satisfying meal.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 290kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti or other type of pasta
- 1/4 cup peanut butter Try other nut butters instead of peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 clove garlic minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 2-3 tablespoons water as needed
- 3 cups frozen stirfry vegetables
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for stir-frying the vegetables
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the cooked pasta and set aside.
- In a large pot, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or brown sugar), garlic, and ginger. If the sauce is too thick, add 2-3 tablespoons of water. Bring to a simmer.
- Heat the stir-fry vegetables in a microwave for 2-4 minutes and set aside.
- Add vegetables and pasta to the peanut sauce and toss to coat the noodles and vegetables evenly. Serve hot.
Optional Garnish
- Garnish with crushed red pepper flakes or your favorite hot sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 428mg | Potassium: 354mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4621IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3mg