Heart-Healthy Fried Rice Noodles
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Fried Rice Noodles recipe—a flavorful twist on a takeout classic designed for health-conscious food lovers. Packed with tender rice noodles, crisp stir-fried veggies like snap peas and bell peppers, and protein-rich tofu, each bite offers a harmonious balance of textures and taste. Infused with ginger, garlic, and lime juice for a zesty kick, and finished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and toasted sesame seeds, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy days, taking just 30 minutes from prep to plate. With heart-healthy sesame oil and low-sodium soy sauce, it's a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Perfect for anyone seeking a wholesome, plant-forward meal, these fried rice noodles make for an unforgettable Asian-inspired dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 8 ounces tofu, firm and cubed
Instructions
Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.
Add the minced ginger and garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the cubed tofu to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until lightly golden brown.
Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining teaspoon of sesame oil.
Add the red bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked tofu to the skillet.
Add the cooked rice noodles to the skillet, tossing them with the vegetables and tofu.
Pour the low-sodium soy sauce and lime juice over the noodle mixture and toss to combine well.
Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy fried rice noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.7 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2222 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 58.1 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1925 mg | 148% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1859 mg | 40% | |
*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.
