Low Sodium Vegetable Chow Mein

Savor the vibrant flavors of this Low Sodium Vegetable Chow Mein, a healthy twist on a classic takeout favorite! Packed with crisp-tender vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas, this dish combines wholesome ingredients with a bold, savory sauce made from low sodium soy sauce and vegetable broth. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, using simple stovetop stir-fry techniques to lock in flavor and preserve the crunch of the veggies. Tossed with tender chow mein noodles and finished with a garnish of green onions and optional sesame seeds, this low sodium alternative proves you don’t need extra salt to enjoy a delicious, nutrient-rich meal. Whether you're meal prepping or serving it fresh, this lighter chow mein will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Chow mein noodles (low sodium or plain)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced or grated
• 1 cup Carrots, julienned
• 1 cup Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), thinly sliced
• 1.5 cups Broccoli florets
• 1 cup Snow peas
• 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable broth (unsalted or low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce (low sodium; optional)
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Water
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions, omitting any salt from the boiling water. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the low sodium soy sauce, vegetable broth, optional low sodium oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water to create the sauce. Stir well and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the carrots, bell peppers, broccoli florets, and snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for 4-5 minutes or until they are crisp-tender.

Step 6

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss them with the vegetables.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together to coat evenly. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds for garnish.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your low sodium vegetable chow mein!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(966.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	857.5

Total Fat 21.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2199.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 32.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 294.7mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 1612.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.3%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 64.3%