Vibrant Vegan Sesame Noodle Bowl

This vibrant vegan sesame noodle bowl is a harmonious blend of fresh vegetables and silky noodles infused with a savory, nutty sesame dressing. It's a quick and satisfying meal that's perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing dinner.

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 1 cup red bell pepper, julienned
• 1 cup carrot, julienned
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
• 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger

Instructions

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, and ginger to make the dressing.
3. Add cooked noodles, red bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, and scallions to the bowl with the dressing. Toss well to combine.
4. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins from fresh vegetables
• Provides healthy fats from sesame oil
• Low in sugar, maintaining balanced energy levels
• Vegan recipe ensuring no animal products
• Light yet satisfying, perfect for a healthy meal

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 280 | Protein: 6g | Carbs: 45g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g