Are you ready to transform your ordinary pasta night into an extraordinary culinary adventure? Get ready to fall in love with these vibrant, nutrient-packed spiralized carrot wholewheat noodles that will tantalize your taste buds and revolutionize your approach to healthy eating! This recipe is not just a meal; it's a delicious journey that proves healthy cooking can be quick, simple, and incredibly satisfying.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large carrots, spiralized
- 1 cup wholewheat noodles
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots thoroughly. Using a spiralizer, create long, thin carrot noodles, ensuring they are uniform in thickness.
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add wholewheat noodles and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce by combining soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Whisk together until well incorporated.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the spiralized carrot noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes, keeping them slightly crisp and maintaining their vibrant color.
- Add the cooked wholewheat noodles to the skillet with the carrot noodles. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and toss gently to ensure even coating.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the noodles to be heated through completely.
- Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with finely chopped green onions for added freshness and color.
- Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the blend of whole wheat and spiralized carrot noodles with their aromatic sauce.
Tips
- Spiralizer Selection: Invest in a high-quality spiralizer for uniform, beautiful carrot noodles. Look for models with multiple blade options for variety.
- Carrot Preparation: Choose fresh, firm carrots with minimal blemishes. Thicker carrots work best for spiralizing and provide more consistent noodles.
- Sauce Customization: Feel free to adjust the sauce ingredients to suit your taste. Add a touch of honey for sweetness or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Cooking Technique: Keep the heat at medium-high and avoid overcooking the carrot noodles to maintain their crisp texture and vibrant color.
- Meal Prep Hack: You can spiralize carrots in advance and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Protein Boost: Consider adding tofu, chicken, or shrimp to make this dish a complete meal with added protein.
- Garnish Generously: Fresh green onions, sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of crushed peanuts can elevate the dish's flavor and presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
