Sesame-Glazed Vegetable Rice Noodles

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A vibrant stir-fry with colorful vegetables and a sweet-savory sesame sauce, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs rice noodles, vegetable oil, medium, julienned carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 3.9 (15 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 8 oz rice noodles, and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender; drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add 1 medium carrot julienned and 1 cup broccoli florets, then stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup trimmed snap peas, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp sesame oil to the skillet; stir-fry for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and vegetables are coated.
  4. Step 4: Add the drained rice noodles to the skillet and toss to combine, cooking for 1 minute until heated through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds and 1/4 cup chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sesame-Glazed Vegetable Rice Noodles 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 Sesame-Glazed Vegetable Rice 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 rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Glazed Vegetable Rice 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 Sesame-Glazed Vegetable Rice Noodles 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.

What goes well with Sesame-Glazed Vegetable Rice Noodles?

Asian vegetarian 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.

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