Savory Spinach Vermicelli Noodles
A light, fragrant noodle dish featuring tender spinach and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This asian ready in about 23 minutes pairs dried rice vermicelli, fresh spinach, vegetable broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 8 oz dried rice vermicelli
- 4 oz fresh spinach
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp, thinly sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Soak dried rice vermicelli in warm water for 10 minutes until pliable, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat vegetable broth in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until simmering, add soy sauce and rice vinegar, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Step 3: Add drained vermicelli and fresh spinach to the broth, stirring gently for 2 minutes until spinach wilts and noodles are tender.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in minced garlic and sesame oil, then garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Savory Spinach Vermicelli Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Savory Spinach Vermicelli Noodles?
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 dried rice vermicelli from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Savory Spinach Vermicelli Noodles?
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 Savory Spinach Vermicelli Noodles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
What goes well with Savory Spinach Vermicelli Noodles?
Asian asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Cooked this for my kids and they ate it all. The vermicelli was cooked just right.
- ★★★★★
My family loved the spinach flavor! Easy to make and perfect for weeknights.
- ★★★★☆
Slightly bland for my taste, but the texture was great. Maybe add more soy sauce next time.
