One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Vegetables

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A quick and vibrant noodle dish featuring a rich, spicy peanut sauce and fresh vegetables, perfect for a weeknight meal. This Asian-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs rice noodles, peanut butter, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pot over medium heat, whisk together 1/3 cup peanut butter, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves until smooth and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 oz rice noodles and 3 cups vegetable broth to the pot, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until noodles are tender and sauce thickens.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup shredded carrots and 1 cup sliced bell peppers, cooking for another 2 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the noodles, then toss gently to coat.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 1/2 cup sliced green onions, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/4 cup crushed peanuts before serving warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is One-Pot Spicy Peanut Noodles with Vegetables vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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