Soy-Free Quick and Easy Noodle Stir-Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Soy-Free Quick and Easy Noodle Stir-Fry, a vibrant and healthy dish packed with fresh veggies and bold, tangy flavors. Perfect for those avoiding soy, this recipe swaps traditional soy sauce for a zesty lime and honey sauce enhanced with fish sauce, fresh ginger, and a hint of chili flakes for a subtle kick. Crisp-tender red bell peppers, broccoli florets, snap peas, and carrots come together with tender rice noodles, all tossed in aromatic sesame oil for a satisfyingly wholesome meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free stir-fry is as simple as it is delicious, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish is a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and citrusy goodness that you'll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams rice noodles
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium carrot
• 100 grams broccoli florets
• 100 grams snap peas
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 10 grams fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions, typically soaking them in hot water until soft, then draining and setting aside.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red bell pepper and carrot; cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets; trim the snap peas.

Step 3

Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the juice of one lime, a tablespoon of honey, a tablespoon of fish sauce, and half a teaspoon of chili flakes. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

Heat two tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Add sliced red bell pepper, carrot, broccoli florets, and snap peas to the skillet, stir-frying for about 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.

Step 8

Add the prepared noodles to the skillet with the vegetables, pouring the lime and honey sauce over the top.

Step 9

Toss everything together to coat the noodles and vegetables evenly with the sauce, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(743.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	699.4

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3014.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 13.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181.7mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 673.4mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 56.1%