Low Sodium Vegetable Lo Mein

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and health-conscious Low Sodium Vegetable Lo Mein! Packed with crisp, colorful veggies like carrots, snow peas, red bell peppers, and spinach, this recipe is a nutritious twist on a takeout classic. By using whole-grain noodles and creating a homemade, low sodium sauce featuring soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup, this dish is as flavorful as it is guilt-free. A quick 30-minute recipe, perfect for busy schedules, it combines stir-fry simplicity with bold, delicious flavors. Garnished with sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, this lo mein is a wholesome, family-friendly meal that's sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Whole-grain spaghetti or lo mein noodles
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 cup Carrots, julienned
• 1 Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Snow peas, trimmed
• 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups Baby spinach leaves
• 2 Green onions, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 cup Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the whole-grain spaghetti or noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, cornstarch, and water. Set the sauce aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and let it heat up for about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the carrots, red bell pepper, snow peas, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach and green onions to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly and allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until the noodles are well coated in the sauce and heated through.

Step 9

Season with black pepper, if desired, and garnish with sesame seeds before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1432.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	829.4

Total Fat 19.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1968.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 47.5g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 444.6mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 3061.3mg	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: 19.2%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 65.3%