Craving a quick, healthy, and mind-blowingly delicious meal that'll transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Szechuan? Look no further! These Easy Szechuan Veggie Zoodles are about to become your new obsession – a perfect blend of crisp vegetables, spiralized zucchini, and a tantalizing Szechuan sauce that'll make your mouth water. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that's not only incredibly tasty but also packed with nutrition and bursting with bold, spicy flavors.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tablespoons Szechuan sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Rinse the zucchinis, bell pepper, and snap peas under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities.
- Using a spiralizer, create zoodles (zucchini noodles) from the two medium zucchinis. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create thin strips or buy pre-spiralized zucchini from the store.
- Next, slice the bell pepper into thin strips. Set aside along with the snap peas.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm for about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and snap peas to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some crunch.
- Once the bell pepper and snap peas are cooked, add the zoodles to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the vegetables.
- Pour the Szechuan sauce over the veggie mixture. Toss everything together to ensure the zoodles and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Continue to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the zoodles are tender but not mushy.
- Season with salt to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
- Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Transfer the Easy Szechuan Veggie Zoodles to serving plates.
- Garnish with chopped green onions for added flavor and a pop of color.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and healthy Szechuan Veggie Zoodles!
Tips
- Spiralizer Alternatives: No spiralizer? No problem! Use a vegetable peeler to create zucchini strips or buy pre-spiralized zucchini from your local grocery store.
- Veggie Crunch Control: When sautéing bell peppers and snap peas, keep an eye on the cooking time. The goal is to maintain a slight crunch for texture and maximum nutrition.
- Sauce Sensation: Adjust the amount of Szechuan sauce to control the spice level. Start with less and add more if you're brave enough to handle the heat!
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh, firm zucchinis for the best zoodle texture. Avoid overripe or soft zucchinis that can become mushy.
- Serving Suggestion: For an extra protein boost, consider adding tofu, chicken, or shrimp to make this a complete meal.
- Garnish Game: Don't skip the green onions! They add a fresh, sharp flavor that complements the spicy Szechuan sauce perfectly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 75kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
