Vegetable Stir-Fry Noodles with Peanut Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

A vibrant stir-fry of fresh vegetables tossed with tender noodles and a creamy, nutty peanut sauce that kids will love. This Asian Fusion-inspired kid-friendly recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Rice noodles, Carrot, Red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 8 oz Rice noodles
• 1 large, julienned Carrot
• 1 medium, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup Frozen peas
• 1/4 cup Peanut butter
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tsp Sesame oil
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 8 ounces rice noodles and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup peanut butter, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 2 teaspoons sesame oil until smooth and set aside.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 large julienned carrot, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 cup broccoli florets, and 1/2 cup frozen peas. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Add the drained noodles to the skillet and pour the peanut sauce over everything. Toss well for 2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and heated through. Serve immediately.