Description
Veggie Lo Mein is a vibrant stir-fry that brings the essence of Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen in under 30 minutes. This delicious dish features tender lo mein noodles tossed with a colorful medley of fresh veggies like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots, all enveloped in a savory soy sauce blend. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing friends, it’s easily customizable to suit any taste preference!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lo mein noodles
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup carrots (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup green onions (chopped)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot; cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions until al dente (5-7 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- While noodles cook, chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and green onions; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Combine drained noodles with sautéed vegetables and soy sauce; toss for about 2 minutes to mix evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Customize with seasonal veggies or add protein like tofu or tempeh for extra nutrition. - Spice it up with chili flakes for some heat. - Reheat leftovers by adding a splash of water in the microwave to maintain texture.