Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
70%
30 min.
4
226kcal

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Looking for a delicious and healthy side dish that’s both dairy-free and packed with flavor? Look no further! This vibrant pasta dish combines the freshness of zucchini, broccoli, and baby carrots with a rich, savory sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or as a delightful addition to your next gathering.

The star of this recipe is the creamy natural peanut butter, which adds a unique twist and a satisfying depth to the dish. Paired with the aromatic notes of garlic and ginger, and a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, this dish is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Plus, with a health score of 70, you can feel good about serving it to your family and friends.

Not only is this recipe easy to prepare, but it also offers a wonderful balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making it a nutritious choice for any meal. The colorful vegetables not only enhance the visual appeal but also provide essential vitamins and minerals. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a delightful dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • tsp sesame oil dark
  •  zucchini halved lengthwise sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup water hot
  •  spring onion sliced
  • tsp apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce with more water if you're salt-free)
  • 0.1 tsp ground pepper 
  • tsp ginger minced
  • 0.5 bunch broccoli peeled sliced cut into florets and stems and
  • ounces noodles cooked
  • cloves garlic chopped
  • 14  baby carrots halved lengthwise
  • tablespoons peanut butter (I used chunky because that's what we had)

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for a couple of minutes.
    2. Add the peanut butter, and cook, stirring, until it is heated through. Slowly stir in the hot water and add soy sauce, vinegar, and cayenne. Stir until it is a smooth mixture, adding more water if it is too thick. Then add the cooked pasta and toss to coat. Once the vegetables are steamed, add them to the pasta and sauce.
    3. Mix well and serve sprinkled with chopped green onions.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories226kcal
    Protein17.45%
    Fat28.55%
    Carbs54%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    68.38
    Glycemic Load
    9.84
    Inflammation Score
    -10
    Nutrition Score
    25.553043572799%

    Flavonoids

    Luteolin
    0.61mg
    Kaempferol
    6.04mg
    Myricetin
    0.07mg
    Quercetin
    3.79mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:225.94kcal
    11.3%
    Fat:7.55g
    11.62%
    Saturated Fat:1.41g
    8.82%
    Carbohydrates:32.15g
    10.72%
    Net Carbohydrates:26.44g
    9.62%
    Sugar:6.99g
    7.77%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:907.98mg
    39.48%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:10.39g
    20.77%
    Vitamin A:5579.34IU
    111.59%
    Vitamin C:87.91mg
    106.56%
    Vitamin K:97.85µg
    93.19%
    Manganese:0.8mg
    40.06%
    Selenium:18.08µg
    25.83%
    Folate:98.31µg
    24.58%
    Fiber:5.7g
    22.82%
    Vitamin B6:0.45mg
    22.31%
    Potassium:707.31mg
    20.21%
    Phosphorus:181.11mg
    18.11%
    Magnesium:68.92mg
    17.23%
    Vitamin B3:3.04mg
    15.18%
    Vitamin B2:0.25mg
    14.67%
    Iron:2.56mg
    14.25%
    Copper:0.25mg
    12.49%
    Vitamin E:1.56mg
    10.38%
    Vitamin B5:0.99mg
    9.93%
    Vitamin B1:0.15mg
    9.74%
    Zinc:1.29mg
    8.58%
    Calcium:81.65mg
    8.16%