Peanut Noodle Bowl with Edamame and Greens
This peanut noodle bowl with edamame and greens is one of my go-to recipes for a satisfying, plant-based meal in minutes. With chewy noodles, tender spinach, and a garlicky, spicy peanut sauce, it's a satisfying dinner that’s easy enough for busy weeknights. Everything comes together in one bowl, and it’s easy to customize with whatever veggies or herbs you have on hand. Leftovers are great as a peanut noodle salad—toss with a plash of lime juice or water to fresh the sauce and serve chilled.
Servings 2 people
Equipment
- Burner
- Pot
Ingredients
Noodles:
- 3.3 ounces (1 bundle) udon noodles or rice noodles
- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, steamed (see note)
- 2 cups chopped spinach
Peanut Sauce:
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 4 tablespoons water
Optional for Serving:
- Chopped fresh herbs (such as basil, cilantro, and mint)
- Roasted peanuts (shelled)
- Lime wedges
- ground Thai chili pepper or crushed red pepper
Instructions
Cook the noodles:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the sauce:
- In the meantime, whisk together peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and water in a large bowl. If the sauce is too thick, add another tablespoon of water and whisk again.
- Transfer noodles and steamed edamame to the bowl and stir in spinach.
Serve:
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh herbs, peanuts, lime wedges, and chili pepper if desired.
Video
Notes
- Edamame: Microwave edamame in a steamable bag according to package instructions, or fill the bottom of a steamer pot with one inch of water, and add frozen shelled edamame to the top basket and cook 5 minutes, or until warmed through.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. The sauce may thicken as it chills. Stir in a splash of water or lime juice before serving to thin it out. Leftovers are delicious cold or at room temperature, but you can also reheat portions in the microwave or on the stove if preferred.