Ingredients
What you need
- 240g noodles
- 2 carrot
- 1 cucumber
- 120g edamame
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 lime
- 1 tbsp olive oil
You'll also need
saucepan, bowl
Recipe
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Lunch recipe
Zesty Veggie Noodle Lunch Boxes with Lime and Cucumber
Cold veggie noodle lunch boxes with edamame, carrot, cucumber, sesame seeds, soy, and lime.
25 min440 kcal3 base servingsPackableFreshQuick
ContainsGluten, Sesame, Soya
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Method
Step by step
Step 1Cook the noodles
Cook the noodles in boiling water for 4-5 minutes, or follow the pack timing, then drain and keep close to the hob.
Step 2Prep for stir-frying
Cut the carrot into bite-sized pieces, cut the cucumber into bite-sized pieces and prepare the edamame. Keep sesame seeds and soy sauce ready. Stir-fries move quickly, so have everything beside the hob.
Step 3Sear the protein
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a wok or large frying pan over a high heat. Stir-fry the edamame for 2-4 minutes until browned at the edges and piping hot, then lift onto a plate.
Step 4Stir-fry the vegetables
Add carrot, cucumber and edamame to the hot pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until glossy and still a little crisp.
Step 5Toss with sauce
Return the edamame to the pan with the noodles and sesame seeds and soy sauce. Toss for 1-2 minutes until everything is coated and piping hot.
- Step 6
Finish and serve
Taste before adding extra salt because soy-based sauces are already salty. Finish with black pepper, lime, spring onions, or herbs if listed.
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