Heart-Healthy Dan Dan Noodles
Discover a nourishing twist on a classic Sichuan dish with our Heart-Healthy Dan Dan Noodles! Packed with wholesome ingredients like fiber-rich whole wheat spaghetti, lean ground turkey, and fresh spinach, this recipe delivers bold flavors without compromising your health goals. A velvety sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce, natural almond butter, and chili paste provides the perfect balance of comfort and spice, while ground Sichuan peppercorns add a signature aromatic kick. Topped with vibrant green onions, crushed peanuts, and a squeeze of lime, this dish is both satisfying and heart-smart. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the ideal choice for a quick, nutritious dinner that doesn’t skimp on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Whole wheat spaghetti
- 2 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces Ground turkey breast
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Natural almond butter
- 1 tablespoon Chili paste with garlic
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, ground
- 3 cups Spinach, fresh
- 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted peanuts, crushed
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the low-sodium soy sauce, almond butter, chili paste, and ground Sichuan peppercorns. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the fresh spinach and cook until just wilted.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce and toss well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated.
Serve the noodles in bowls. Top with sliced green onions, crushed peanuts, and a squeeze of lime juice for added freshness.
Enjoy your Heart-Healthy Dan Dan Noodles immediately for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 3572 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.1 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 113.3 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 704 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 4944 mg | 105% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
