Stir-Fried Noodles with Zucchini Recipe
Feeling fancy but lazy? Stir-fried noodles with zucchini serve glam vibes without the Michelin effort or extra dishes.
Tender zucchini ribbons mingle with chewy noodles, creating a healthy yet indulgent texture that actually makes vegetables exciting.
Garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of sesame oil lift flavors, proving weeknight dinners can taste like a five-star Instagram post.
This vegan recipe balances lightness and richness, keeping cooking time shockingly short while delivering big taste and zero judgment.
A sprinkle of green onions and a dash of chili elevate the humble zucchini noodle combo into a dinner showstopper.
Stir-Fried Noodles with Zucchini Recipe
Vegan stir-fried noodles with zucchini, garlic, and soy sauce for a quick, healthy, and flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz noodles rice, wheat, or udon
- 2 medium zucchinis sliced into thin ribbons
- 1 red bell pepper julienned
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 green onions sliced
- Optional: red chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- Cook noodles per package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add zucchini and bell pepper; stir-fry 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Toss in cooked noodles until coated evenly.
- Garnish with green onions; serve immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving, approx.)
- Vitamin A: 35%
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 12%
- Magnesium: 10%
Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add tofu or tempeh for protein boost.
- Adjust garlic and soy sauce for stronger taste.
- Use freshly grated ginger for extra zing.
- Serve immediately to maintain zucchini crispness.
