Description
Broccoli Stem Noodles with Sesame Ginger Dressing is a vibrant and healthy dish that transforms often-overlooked broccoli stems into delicious, noodle-like strips. Coated in a savory sesame ginger dressing, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of nutty, sweet, and spicy flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Not only does it taste amazing, but it also helps reduce food waste while nourishing your body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli stems, peeled and spiralized (about 200g)
- 1 cup carrots, julienned (about 120g)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Peel the broccoli stems and spiralize them into noodle-like strips. Julienne the carrots.
- In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, grated ginger, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), and lemon juice until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the broccoli stem noodles and carrot sticks for about 3-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- Pour the dressing over the cooked noodles and toss to coat evenly.
- Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary, then serve garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg